epergne
thumb|right|Silver epergne, London, 1761 thumb|right|Flowers in a Glass Epergne by Eloise Harriet Stannard, 1889
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Epergne – Bloshka
bloshka.info →An epergne generally has a large central “bowl” or basket. From this center “bowl” radiate branches supporting small baskets, dishes, or candleholders. There may be between two and seven branches.
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thumb|right|Silver epergne, London, 1761 thumb|right|Flowers in a Glass Epergne by Eloise Harriet Stannard, 1889
An epergne ( ) is a type of table centerpiece that is usually made of silver but may be made of any metal or glass or porcelain.