19 th C Richardson Epergne Six Trumpets and Applied Serpent Decoration

Description

An unusual and rare 19th century example of an English epergne or centerpiece. Made by Richardson, Stourbridge, circa 1890 of … more An unusual and rare 19th century example of an English epergne or centerpiece. Made by Richardson, Stourbridge, circa 1890 of hand blown and cased alabaster glass, it is made in three sections and unscrews from the base. The tall central trumpet stands 19" tall and is surrounded by 6 horn shaped flower holders, each decorated with an applied coil of opaque cobalt glass modeled to resemble a serpent, highlighted with gilt scales. Each flower holder is removable for easy cleaning and it is both useful filled with flowers or stands alone as an elegant decorative piece. less