Epergne - Glass, Metal

Centerpiece in Liberty style with a female figure and two cups in white and green glass

Decorative figurative centerpiece in patinated metal and glass, in Liberty / Art Nouveau taste, with an estimated date between the late 19th and early 20th century, approximately 1890–1915. Manufacturing not identified.

The composition features a central female figure in a long draped dress, depicted while playing a lyre, a subject inspired by musical allegorical themes. The figure rests on a circular pedestal decorated with garlands, set into a shaped base with vegetal ornaments and relief motifs.

Two curved side arms, adorned with leaves and scrolls, support two glass cups. These feature wavy edges in bright green and a whitish glasswork characteristic, with an ice-like visual effect, creating a contrast with the dark tone of the metal structure.

The top is equipped with a hollow, pierced element with vegetal motifs, possibly usable as a candle holder.

Features:

* Type: decorative two-cup centerpiece with a central figure.
* Style: Liberty / Art Nouveau.
* Estimated era: circa 1890–1915; dating not documented.
* Materials: patinated metal, unidentified alloy, and worked glass.
* Overall height: about 30 cm.
* Overall width: about 35 cm.
* Depth: about 17 cm.

Condition:
Time marks are present, wear to the metal finish and oxidations, visible at the bottom part of the base.

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