A Victorian Silver Centerpiece
Edward Barnard & Sons, London, 1871
the atlantid stem holding a grape bunch in one hand and balancing an amphora on his head with the other hand, raised on a flared base worked to show fruit sprays and mask motifs ending in foliate feet, the top modified with modern hardware.
marked on base and top
58 ozt 7 dwts gross
Height 18 1/2 inches.
Estimate $ 1,500-2,500

In overall stable condition. Light to moderate surface scratching throughout consistent with polishing and use. Stem is attached to base but wobbles slightly. Top was likely originally mounted with a cut glass bowl, modern hardware installed by cutting and peeling back top rim, solder repair visible to top.
Marked for sterling on base and on amphora atop figure's head.

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