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An epergne is a table centerpiece that is made of silver, porcelain, or glass. It typically has a large central bowl that sits on four feet and has branches that hold four or more dishes. Epergnes are used to serve nuts, confections, pickles and other small snackable foods. Some epergnes have additional holders for candles. Shop for epergnes from top sellers and makers around the world on 1stDibs.
1stDibs ExpertOctober 19, 2021
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Coralene Art Glass Epergne with Four Flutes
Located in Dallas, TX
It is generally considered a large central bowl or basket that has supporting branches or small baskets, or even candleholders.
Category
20th Century Italian Art Nouveau Decorative Bowls
Materials
Glass, Art Glass
19th C. Bronze & Etched Baccarat Style Glass Epergne Attributed F. Barbedienne
By Ferdinand Barbedienne
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This exquisite 19th-century bronze and etched glass figural epergne, attributed to the renowned French sculptor Ferdinand Barbedienne, showcases intricate craftsmanship and artistic ...
Category
Antique 19th Century French Decorative Bowls
Materials
Bronze
English Georgian Silver Nine-Basket Epergne
Located in New York, NY
Marked: Thomas Pitts, London 1771.
Arms: Carson Impaling Parker.
Category
Antique 1770s British Centerpieces
Materials
Silver
English Silver Plate Epergne Centerpiece Four Trumpets with Basket Base
Located in Miami Beach, FL
This beautiful epergne was made by S.J. Levi & Co. (1901-1938) in Birmingham England at the beginning of the 20th Century.
Category
Early 20th Century English Edwardian Centerpieces
Materials
Silver Plate
$1,200 Sale Price
20% Off
Thomas Pitts Sterling Silver Epergne Centerpiece Nine Baskets London, circa 1773
Located in Austin, TX
Epergne is handmade and has nine reticulated baskets that create airy open appearance and beautiful elegant presentation.
Category
Antique 1770s English George III Centerpieces
Materials
Sterling Silver
Revolving Old Sheffield Silver Plate Epergne
By Sheffield
Located in New Orleans, LA
It rotates with ease around its base for convenient access to all eight of its small dishes, cruet bottle holders and central basket. The epergne was introduced in France in circa 17...
Category
Antique 18th Century English Georgian Sheffield and Silverplate
Materials
Silver Plate
