Rococo Sterling Silver Epergne

Description:

Rococo Sterling Silver Epergne, Thomas Pitts, London, 1764, of floral design, comprising one large oval center basket, four elevated sitting baskets, and arms for four hanging baskets, ht. 13 3/4, wd. 26, dp. 23 in., approx. 140 troy oz.

Provenance: M.S. Rau, New Orleans, Louisiana, 1998.
Estimate $2,000-3,000

missing the four hanging baskets, wear to sterling marks on small baskets, no obvious major repair or restoration. All baskets, arms, and base with appropriate hallmarks.


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