A George III silver oval epergne or centrepiece by Robert Hennell, London 1782, with a shaped navette central basket, the beaded rim with shells, acanthus lifts and laurel swags, the four smaller navette baskets conforming, the four circular ones similar and arranged on the S-scroll branches, an urn on plinth beneath the centre, the frame pierced with conforming supports and laurel swags, on four leaf supports with paw feet, 43.5cm (17in) high, 3275g (105.3 oz) Provenance: The Lord Hesketh, Easton Neston Condition Report: Stands well Date letter sterling mark and London Assay mark to the body only All baskets fit tightly to the branches and central section No apparent dents, splits or repairs to the baskets Marks are partially obscured throughout Minor nicks to the foot rims Light scratches and wear commensurate with age and use Condition Report Disclaimer