Epergne, 1807-1808
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Epergnes were used as centerpieces on formal dining room tables. During a meal they could hold sweetmeats or fruit. At other times the epergne may be festooned with flowers as a decorative piece. This object descended through the Wichicote family of Britain, whose motto, "Juste et Droite" meaning just and correct, is engraved on the base.
Epergnes were used as centerpieces on formal dining room tables. During a meal they could hold sweetmeats or fruit. At other times the epergne may be festooned with flowers as a decorative piece. This object descended through the Wichicote family of Britain, whose motto, "Juste et Droite" meaning just and correct, is engraved on the base.
Artifact
Epergne
Date Made
1807-1808
Creators
Place of Creation
United Kingdom, England, Birmingham
Creator Notes
Body of epergne created by English silversmith Matthew Boulton; glass bowls made by Waterford Glass Works, Waterford, Ireland.
Location
Not on exhibit to the public.
Object ID
30.964.3
Credit
From the Collections of The Henry Ford.
Material
Sterling silver
Glass (Material)
Cut glass
Color
Silver (Color)
Dimensions
Height: 13 in
Diameter: 22.25 in
Inscriptions
MB / 33 / JUSTE ET DROITE
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