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Victorian Three Graces Silver Epergne by Barnard & Sons
Victorian Three Graces Silver Epergne by Barnard & Sons
Victorian Three Graces Silver Epergne by Barnard & Sons
Victorian Three Graces Silver Epergne by Barnard & Sons
Victorian Three Graces Silver Epergne by Barnard & Sons
Victorian Three Graces Silver Epergne by Barnard & Sons
Victorian Three Graces Silver Epergne by Barnard & Sons
Victorian Three Graces Silver Epergne by Barnard & Sons
Victorian Three Graces Silver Epergne by Barnard & Sons
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Victorian Three Graces Silver Epergne by Barnard & Sons

  • This magnificent Victorian epergne was crafted by Edward Barnard and his sons
  • This striking centerpiece features barefoot maidens supporting intricate flower-shaped crystal bowls
  • The epergne's creation coincides with the rise of sculptural silver art in the early Victorian era
  • Edward Barnard & Sons is one of the oldest goldsmith firms in the world
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$64,500
Item No. 31-9182

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Three Graces Epergne
Edward, Edward, Jr., John and William Barnard
The three arms hallmarked London, 1838
The plinth and central work hallmarked London, 1841

This magnificent Victorian epergne, crafted by Edward Barnard and his sons, Edward, Jr., John and William, of the esteemed Barnard firm, exemplifies the merging of sculptural artistry with functional design. This striking centerpiece features the Three Graces as barefoot maidens clad in flowing Greek chiton apparel, one playing cymbals and. . .
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Three Graces Epergne
Edward, Edward, Jr., John and William Barnard
The three arms hallmarked London, 1838
The plinth and central work hallmarked London, 1841

This magnificent Victorian epergne, crafted by Edward Barnard and his sons, Edward, Jr., John and William, of the esteemed Barnard firm, exemplifies the merging of sculptural artistry with functional design. This striking centerpiece features the Three Graces as barefoot maidens clad in flowing Greek chiton apparel, one playing cymbals and another castanets, dancing around a reeded central stem. The silver branches, adorned with foliage and blossoms, support intricate flower-shaped crystal bowls or bobeches. The ornate base rests on four voluted acanthus feet, further embellished with delicate flowers and shells.

The epergne's creation coincides with the rise of silver as sculptural art in the early Victorian era, where artists like the Barnards seamlessly integrated aesthetics with practical function. Edward Barnard & Sons, one of the oldest goldsmith firms in the world, traced its roots back to 1680. They created the Lily font, a large silver-gilt baptismal font used for christening members of the British Royal Family. By 1838, the Barnards had moved to new premises on Angel Street, continuing their rich legacy of craftsmanship that extends to today. Additionally, this epergne was a part of the prestigious Red McCombs collection, which has been highly publicized and studied.

26 1/2" high x 19 1/2" wide x 16" deep

Provenance:
M.S. Rau, New Orleans
Red McCombs Collection, Texas
M.S. Rau, New Orleans
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Victorian Three Graces Silver Epergne by Barnard & Sons
Maker: Bernard & Sons, Edward
Period: 19th Century
Origin: England
Type: Epergnes
Style: Victorian
Depth: 16.0 in. (40.64 cm)
Width: 19.5 in. (49.53 cm)
Height: 26.5 in. (67.31 cm)
Victorian Three Graces Silver Epergne by Barnard & Sons
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