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Location:Indianapolis, Indiana, US,
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Item:266725330782Vintage Cooper Brothers Sons Silver Plate Epergne 4 Arm Flower Stand *READ ALL*. 2 of the branch arms have been broken and repaired/re-soldered where they attach to the top cup holder—the broken points are not reattached to the exact spots where they broke off and are offset from the original welds as shown in the last photos (2 photos of each break showing both sides of both breaks). Vintage Cooper Brothers Sons Silver Plate Epergne 4 Arm Flower Stand *READ ALL* This gorgeous Cooper Bros & Sons silver electro plate / silverplate epergne centerpiece flower stand centerpiece features 4 branch style arms with lily shaped conical trumpet style cups in varying sizes & shapes. The piece does have wear & damage including at least 2 breaks that have been re-soldered/repaired as detailed below in addition to scratches, scuffing, dents, dings, a missing bottom nut fastener and MORE so PLEASE read complete details below (including general description of condition AND specific damage/wear bullet points), review photos closely for condition AND please let me know if you would like to see addition photos of the piece (which I have ready to send upon request) and/or additional information. Thank you and enjoy! ITEM DETAILS:
Approximate weight is 2 lbs 9 ozs
Measures approximately 9" x 10" x 14.5" overall including the cups. The stand alone, without the cups, measures approximately 7.25" x 7.25" x 8.5". The individual cups vary in size/shape and approximate dimensions are as follows—4.5" x 4.5" x 8.5", 3.125" x 3.125" x 6.75", 3.25" x 3.25" x 6.5", 3.125" x 3.25" x 6.5" (roughly)
Age/era: Unknown, I have found this specific Cooper Brothers & Sons mark online and referenced to as being produced in or around 1880 but I cannot confirm or guarantee. However, I have found that Cooper's hallmarks changed to a specific format sometime around 1900 that remained somewhat consistent from that point forward so the mark as shown on this epergne might be an earlier mark.
Origin: Sheffield, South Yorkshire, England
Marks: The bottom of the platform base is marked C BROS S EP 5 4994
Materials: Unknown electro-plated metal/s
>>> CONDITION — READ ALL >>> In AS-IS BROKEN/REPAIRED pre-owned vintage used condition with general wear from age and handling over the metal finish on all of the pieces/components including dirt, dust, grime, fingerprints, patina, tarnish, verdigris, dents, dings, scratches, abrasions, scuff marks, gouges, plating loss, dimpling, pitting, uneven finish, dulling, stains, plating loss, discoloring, black spots, bends, hazing, visible welds/solder marks, wear to the edges/raised surfaces/details of the forms, wear/crackling/scratching on the surface finish around the opening of the flower cups, heavy patina/tarnish, unevenly plated surface finish, smudging, and overall wear. In addition, SPECIFIC wear/damage also includes:
2 of the branch arms have been broken and repaired/re-soldered where they attach to the top cup holder—the broken points are not reattached to the exact spots where they broke off and are offset from the original welds as shown in the last photos (2 photos of each break showing both sides of both breaks)
Due to the breaks/repairs the overall form is no longer symmetrical with one side of the form being "flatter" with the cup/fount not sticking out as much as the other sides as shown in photos
There is a missing nut fastener on one of the bottom foot screws
The upper feet that rest on the bottom platform are not touching the platform surface evenly and have gapping likely due to the repairs made to the piece
The flat bottom/base is somewhat bent/warped out of shape with one side of it resting closer to the table top surface than the opposite side as shown in photos (also likely from the damage/repair)
The flat horizontal surface of the base includes fine abrasions/scratching/dulling with a light speckled hazy appearance to the metal finish (possibly due to heat being applied at the repaired/soldered areas above it)
The outer corners of the bottom flat base have plating loss/dulling/blackening
The 4 flower cups also include wear/damage from use including scratches/gouges/scuff marks
One of the cups has a separation, crack or break in the conical form running from the narrow tip end to the cup opening as shown in photos and likely doesn't hold water
The interior of the cups include water residue, mineral deposits, plating loss, verdigris, dulling, gunk, grime, debris, discoloring, finish loss and stains
The cup rims are NOT symmetrical and do not match in design from cup to cup in form or angle of shape from the bottom tip to the open end
One of the cups is specifically angled at a much sharper angle than the others so the flared rim is likely bent or out of shape
Each of the removeable flower cups includes scratches/wear around the bottom end where the holder has rubbed against the metal finish
PURCHASE DETAILS:
QUESTIONS: I actively try to disclose all issues that I find with the piece and prefer to have a smooth transaction for both of us so please message any questions/concerns regarding the listing PRIOR to bidding/purchase
RETURNS: Items must be returned via the exact method and packaging as the original shipment including tracking/etc. Refund will be made once the item has arrived back to me in original condition with no damage. Items that appear to have been altered by the buyer, replaced or cleaned/polished/etc will not be accepted for return this includes damage caused due to buyer wear & missing pieces/components that were visible in listing images. Returned items will be thoroughly inspected for any alterations as compared to the original listing photos. RETURN SHIPPING COST IS AT THE EXPENSE OF THE BUYER UNLESS NOTED OTHERWISE IN THE LISTING.
Due to the variations in device screens and monitors, colors may vary slightly, therefore I cannot guarantee that what you see accurately portrays the colors of each item—please message with any questions regarding colors/etc
Condition:In AS-IS REPAIRED vintage or antique pre-owned condition with wear as described in full listing description and as shown in listing photos including scratches, dents, dings, dulling, abrasions, scuffing, a missing fastener nut and more as described below. Please read complete condition details in full listing description and closely review all photos.
Brand:Cooper Brothers & Sons
Pattern:American Victorian
Type:Epergne
Composition:Silverplate
Style:Victorian
Age:Unknown
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