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Basic Information | | Accession Number: | 1931M635.1 |
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| Collection: | Applied Art – Silver |
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| Date: | 1817 – 1817 |
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Maker Information | | Manufacturer: | Matthew Boulton & Plate Co – View history |
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Notes | This epergne was made at the Soho Manufactory owned by Birmingham industrialist Matthew Boulton (1728-1809). Epergne’s were a type of centrepiece for a sideboard or dining table. Typically, they have a number of branching arms which hold small dishes, cruets or salt cellars. | | Presented by Mrs Ellis Greenberg, in memory of Ellis Greenberg. |
Further Information | | Production Period: | 19th century |
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| School/Style: | Neo-classical |
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| Medium: | Silver and lead glass. |
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| Material(s): | Glass |
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| Place of Origin: | Birmingham, England |
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Dimensions | | Height: | 327 mm |
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| Width: | 560 mm |
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