An English Elkington gilt-bronze epergne centerpiece

An English Elkington parcel gilt silver plated metal epergne centerpiece
Late 19th century
Marked for Elkington
The centerpiece with a central plateau and scrolled acanthus arms, each with a later-added shell-form gilt-metal liner, supported on a column covered by acanthus leaves and raised on a tripod base with putti terminals and lion's mask-headed feet
21.5" H x 20" Dia.
Provenance: Previously offered John Moran Auctioneers, Inc. September 26th 2006, Lot #1226, Sold for $6000.00
Condition Report: Overall good condition with minor scuffs and darkening/oxidation to bronze commensurate with age. Condition reports are offered as a courtesy and are typically published in Moran's catalogue or can be made available upon request. The absence of a condition report does not imply that an item is free from defects or restoration, nor does a reference to particular defects imply the absence of others. Buyers are responsible for determining to their own satisfaction the true nature and condition of any lot prior to bidding. Though buyers are not legally required to inspect lots prior to purchase, failure to do so may constitute a waiver of complaint that an item was not delivered in a condition equal to the existent condition at the auction.