Raj-Inspired Victorian Silverplate Epergne

fourth quarter 19th century, with a spherical knop decorated with masques of Krishna, above three caparisoned and conjoined elephants, the seeri of each bearing an annulated scroll with masques en suite, all terminating in a receptacle decorated with tasseled "cloth" and draped chains, and fitted with a glass dish, the whole on a circular base above addorsed vritra feet.
overall h. 21-1/2", w. 14-1/2", base dia. 10-1/2"

In overall very good condition with no breaks, dents or repairs noted. The chain swags on the lower arms are later replacements, and two of the jump rings suspending a section of the chain to the arm are lacking. No evidence of replating; no monograms, inscription, or removal. No maker's or manufacturer's marks. The glass dishes are later replacements with no breaks or cracks noted with the exception of a couple of minor chips on the rim of the largest.