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Learn MoreVictorian Silverplate Cruet Set
- This elegant Victorian silverplated cruet set showcases the timeless refinement of the era
- The silverplated stand is raised on four ball feet and showcases a hollow ring finial
- Nestled within the stand are five cut glass cylindrical cruet bottles
- This ensemble once served condiments like oil, vinegar, mustard and more
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Circa 1870
This elegant Victorian silverplated cruet set showcases the timeless refinement of the era. The silverplated stand features stepped sides, a double-bar gallery supported by vertical posts with ball finials and a shield-shaped medallion at the front. Raised on four ball feet, the tray centers a baluster-turned standard with a hollow ring finial, providing a graceful focal point.
Nestled within the stand are five cut glass cylindrical cruet bottles,. . .
Circa 1870
This elegant Victorian silverplated cruet set showcases the timeless refinement of the era. The silverplated stand features stepped sides, a double-bar gallery supported by vertical posts with ball finials and a shield-shaped medallion at the front. Raised on four ball feet, the tray centers a baluster-turned standard with a hollow ring finial, providing a graceful focal point.
Nestled within the stand are five cut glass cylindrical cruet bottles, each finely detailed. Two bottles are topped with faceted stoppers, while two are fitted with silverplated lids. Completing the set is a cylindrical jar with a hinged lid adorned with a pointed knop finial. This useful ensemble once served condiments like oil, vinegar, mustard and more, reflecting the era's blend of functionality and decorative artistry. Additionally, this cruet set was a part of the prestigious Red McCombs collection, which has been highly publicized and studied.
Base stamped "EPNS" (Electro Plated Nickel Silver)
8 3/4" high x 9 1/2" wide x 7" deep
Provenance:
Red McCombs Collection, Texas
M.S. Rau, New Orleans
Period: | 19th Century |
Origin: | England |
Type: | Cruet Sets |
Style: | Victorian |
Depth: | 7.0 in. (17.78 cm) |
Width: | 9.5 in. (24.13 cm) |
Height: | 8.75 in. (22.23 cm) |
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