Summary
Epergne in red glass with gilded decoration. The exact origin of the epergne is not known, but a number of European Courts displayed glass, including Austro-Hungary, Italy, France and Belgium.
The epergne was exhibited at the Melbourne International Exhibition, 1880-1881, where it was purchased by John Twycross.
Physical Description
Tapering fluted vase with pointed crenellated rim centred in footed bowl with scalloped edging. Ruby glass, painted all over in gilt tendrils of hearts and Grecian key pattern. In two parts, vase sits in bowl. No marks.
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Acquisition Information
Cultural Gifts Donation from Dr Will Twycross, 23 Jan 2009
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Acknowledgement
Donated through the Australian Government's Cultural Gifts Program
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Place & Date Made
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Place & Date Exhibited
Royal Exhibition Building (REB), Nicholson Street, Carlton, Greater Melbourne, Victoria, Australia, 1880-1881
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Collector
Mr John Twycross, Elsternwick, Greater Melbourne, Victoria, Australia, 1881
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Classification
Royal exhibition building, International exhibitions, Exhibition heritage
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Type of item
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Overall Dimensions
177 mm (Width), 315 mm (Height)
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Keywords
Decorative Arts, Exhibitions: Melbourne International, 1880-1881, Glass, Royal Exhibition Building
