This beautiful example of the work of the esteemed silversmith Hester Bateman was created in London in 1789. It has an ovoid form with beaded swing handle and rim. The pierced tapering body is engraved with a crest. The basket has a pale blue glass liner. It is 13.5 cms high excluding the handle and weighs 5.1 troy ounces ( excluding liner ) It is in excellent condition.
Physical Dimensions
Height
13.5cm (5.31")
Width
11cm (4.33")
Declaration
Art Deco And More has dated this piece to the 18th Century.
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Reference
SA1053568
Dealers Internal Reference
SA040324
Description
This beautiful example of the work of the esteemed silversmith Hester Bateman was created in London in 1789. It has an ovoid form with beaded swing handle and rim. The pierced tapering body is engraved with a crest. The basket has a pale blue glass liner. It is 13.5 cms high excluding the handle and weighs 5.1 troy ounces ( excluding liner ) It is in excellent condition.
Physical Dimensions
Height
13.5cm (5.31")
Width
11cm (4.33")
Date of Manufacture
Art Deco And More has dated this piece to the 18th Century.
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