French 19th Century Empire St. Sterling Silver Caviar Server

An exceptional and very high quality French 19th century 1st Empire period ormolu centerpiece. The oblong shaped centerpiece is raised by handsome paw feet amidst scrolled foliate de...

A spectacular and extremely high quality French 19th century 1st Empire period ormolu candelabra centerpiece. The centerpiece is raised by a fine triangular base with cut corners, concave sides and an elegant stepped design with a lovely wrap around foliate band. The three curved central supports each display handsome paw feet, striking palmette designs and impressive richly chased open winged griffins in a beautiful satin and burnished finish. Each of the supports are connected by a fine pierced scrolled Rinceau design stretcher. The reeded bowl...

An impressive and high quality French 19th century Empire st. White Onyx and Ormolu centerpiece. This beautiful centerpiece/tazza is raised on a square Onyx base wrapped with a berri...

A wonderful and most elegant French 19th century Empire st. Ormolu and Baccarat Crystal centerpiece. This stunning centerpiece is raised by a circular Ormolu band with an intricate s...

Pair of Emile Puiforcat, 19th century, French, 0.950 (higher purity than sterling) silver centerpiece stand with exquisite decorations near the rims and on the base. They measure 6'' in height by 9 1/2'' in diameter, weighs 38.4 troy ounces, and bear hallmarks as shown. Founded in 1820 by Emile Puiforcat, the Parisian family workshop has passed down its renowned silverwork mastery from one generation to the next. It was the visionary leadership and artistic talent of Jean E. Puiforcat, the fourth generation in the workshop, that truly brought the world’s attention to Puiforcat; his design legacy...

19th Century (Early) French Empire Gilt Bronze Center Piece Unique piece purchased in France. See detailed photos.

French Empire Paris porcelain gilt reticulated centerpiece basket. Ideal decorative centerpiece to hold flowers or fruits on a dinning table Ref AACPO18 Shipping included Free and...

Whiting, sterling silver centerpiece stand from the late 19th century with exquisite engravings at the top, a reticulated rim as well as highly decorative, ornamental motifs adorning the stem and 3 feet. It measures 10'' in diameter by 8 7/8'' in height, weighs 23.1 troy ounces, and bears hallmarks as shown. Originally in Massachusetts, Whiting Manufacturing Company relocated to New York in 1875. The company was purchased by Gorham in 1924 and the production transferred to Providence, Rhode Island. Whiting had relatively small production output but produced exceptional handmade silverware in relatively small quantities. The Company's most famous and important designer was Charles Osborne...