Webster's Revised Unabridged Dictionary · 1913

Épergne

Épergne , noun

[French épargne a sparing or saving; a treasury. “Our épergne is a little treasury of sweetmeats, fruits, and flowers.” Brewer.]

A centerpiece for table decoration, usually consisting of several dishes or receptacles of different sizes grouped together in an ornamental design.
Our épergne is a little treasury of sweetmeats, fruits, and flowers. — Brewer

Also: epergne