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19th Century Victorian Solid Silver 3-Piece Centerpiece Garniture, Stephen Smith

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Antique 19th century rare and magnificent Victorian solid silver three-piece table garniture, the cylindrical central piece applied with a cast Neoclassical frieze depicting mythological figures, surmounted by a triple-headed Greek goddess, the lateral pieces cast as winged sphinxes, each piece is surmounted by a circular etched glass bowl, circa 1878. The garniture features an exceptionally high-quality, in the highly-decorative Egyptian and neoclassic revival styles, both inspired by the late 18th century French style, typical of the Victorian period. This is an exceptional and extremely impressive table garniture, the modelling and the craftsmanship is unusually high and detailed. Each part is Hallmarked English silver (925 standard), London, year 1878 (C), Maker's mark S.S for Stephen Smith, important silversmith specializing in unusual and highly-decorative designs. Condition In Great Condition - no damage. Central piece size Total height 32cm Total width 25.5cm Lateral pieces size Total height (each) 16cm Total width (each) 16 x 12.5cm Total Silver Weight: 2810g.
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  • Dimensions:
    Height: 12.6 in (32 cm)Diameter: 10.04 in (25.5 cm)
  • Sold As:
    Set of 3
  • Style:
    Egyptian Revival (In the Style Of)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1878
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. In Great Condition - no damage.
  • Seller Location:
    Royal Tunbridge Wells, GB
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: A32951stDibs: LU1348216970392
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