Sterling Holloware: Centerpieces

Victorian Neoclassical sterling silver epergne. Made by Charles Stuart Harris in London in 1895. Central oval frame with pendant leaf garland threaded through fixed rings and supporting oval medallions with amphorae applied to stippled ground. Frame rests on 4 leaf-capped and scrolled supports terminating in pierced leaf feet. Shaft is reeded and has applied leaf garland with paterae mounts, and supports large boat-form basket. Eight leaf-capped and scrolled arms, each terminating in single... Click for details

Edwardian Classical sterling silver bowl. Made by Tiffany & Co. in New York, ca 1921. Round and deep well and turned-down shoulder with molded curvilinear rim. Engraved and chased stylized ornament with curvilinear strapwork border interspersed with leaves, and five leafing scroll frames of which four inset with scallop shell and the fifth vacant. A small centerpiece with silver-plated liner and brass frog.

All pieces fully marked including maker’s stamp, pattern no. 19837H (first produced... Click for details

Large and striking Japanese Meiji silver bowl, ca 1890. Round with curved and tapering sides with dense and low relief Chrysanthemum flower heads with imbricated and tentacular petals. Plain scalloped rim and spread foot. Fluted double-walled interior. Marked. Excellent condition.

Dimensions: H 6 3/4 x D 12 1/2 in. Heavy weight: 86.2 troy ounces. #BV953

Large Modern Classical sterling silver centerpiece bowl. Made by Tiffany & Co. in New York. Girdled with curved sides and stepped foot. For display or presentation. Plenty of room for engraving as well enough capacity for a bottle or two of celebratory champagne. Fully marked including maker’s stamp and postwar pattern no. 23746. Excellent condition.

Dimensions: H 8 3/4 x D 13 1/2 in. Heavy weight: 80 troy ounces. #BX863

Rare Francis I sterling silver punchbowl. Made by Reed & Barton in Taunton, Mass. in 1950. Bellied with flared rim and domed foot. Applied, chased, and engraved ornament with leafing scroll frames (vacant) surrounded by cornucopias as well as garlands and fruit baskets. Leafing scrolled rims. Gilt-washed interior. A wonderful centerpiece that can also be used as a wine cooler; holds 3 or 4 bottles of champagne. With ladle.

Bowl fully marked including maker’s stamp, date symbol, pattern name,... Click for details

Pair of German 800 silver centerpiece game birds, ca 1910. Two pheasants in mid-stride with one scaly talon in front of the other and wings downed. Heads are turned inquisitively to the side. Beautiful plumage from the downy breast to the long and layered tail feathers. Fine table ornaments for the next hunt dinner. Unidentified Hanau maker’s mark. Very good condition with nice patina.

Dimensions (taller): H 8 1/8 x L 19 1/2 x D 5 in. Total weight: 37.7 troy ounces. #BX108

Gilded Age sterling silver loving cup. Made by Gorham in Providence, ca 1890. Round and tapering bowl with 3 handles leaf-mounted to bowl and knop. Flared rim and raised foot; both with stepped reeding. Meandering fruiting grapevine with curlicue tendrils and bunches with come concealed by veined and serrated leaves. Four cast boar’s heads with projecting snouts, alert ears, and beady eyes mounted to knop. Fully marked including maker’s and retailer’s stamps (Bigelow, Kennard & Co.) and... Click for details

Edwardian Art Nouveau sterling silver epergne. Made by James Dixon & Sons in Sheffield in 1905. Large round and shallow basket set in round mount with shell-and-scroll apron surmounting fluted and knopped baluster on raised and bellied base. Two scrolling and whiplash arms, each supporting ring inset with smaller same basket. Four scrolling stretchers mounted to central pendant knops and same supports on quatrefoil feet. Pierced loose and fluid leaves and scrollwork. Gadrooned rims. Fully... Click for details

Dramatic Chinese silver centerpiece bowl, ca 1890. Oval with solid well. Sides open with scaly, slithering wraparound dragons; haunches and legs terminating in talon-gripped balls form supports. Cast heads with gaping jaws and lolling tongue. Detachable metal liner; interior has copper patina. Marked with Chinese characters and stamp for Luen Wo, a silversmith and retailer in Canton, Hong Kong, and Shanghai. Excellent condition.

Overall dimensions: H 6 1/4 x W 16 1/2 x D 7 1/4 in. Weight... Click for details

Early Greek Revival gilt sterling silver bowl. Made by Edward C. Moore for Tiffany & Co. at Union Square, New York. Shallow oval bowl with high-looping split end handles; foot same with four cast paw supports. Kylix-inspired form applied with cast Classical female heads, and scrolls and paterae. Foot has scrolled apron with raised ornament. Leaf-and-dart borders. Stylistically integrated monogram with years 1849 and 1874. Exterior has butler finish.

A near identical pattern (no. 2575)... Click for details

Rare Art Deco sterling silver 3-piece garniture, comprising one large and two small kylix-form bowls. Made by Tiffany & Co. in New York, ca 1920. Each: Round and shallow with stepped and knopped conical support. Sides handles are horizontal and split-mounted to rim; they have raised ends and wrap around under to knop. Incised linear bands. Geometric piercing. Raised graduated beading. Super stylish Classicism. A one-of-a-kind centerpiece set for serving or display. Fully marked including... Click for details

Turn-of-the-century sterling silver centerpiece bowl. Made by Davis & Galt in Philadelphia. Round and curved on raised foot. Repousse ornament. Scattered flowers and leaves, and leafing scrolled frame engraved with 3-letter script monogram. Floral garland on foot. Fully marked including maker’s and retailer’s (Black, Starr & Frost) stamps, and no. 87. Very good condition.

Dimensions: H 6 x D 10 1/8 in. Weight: 34.7 troy ounces. #BW542