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Antique Silver Georgian Pap Boat
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Antique Silver Georgian Pap Boat

18th century
Description

This is a fine example of a solid sterling silver pap boat, dating from the reign of George III.

It is clearly hallmarked for London 1813. The maker's mark its slightly smudged and thus indecipherable. The gadrooned border is raised at the back and it is in a good overall condition with a few small knocks, but nothing more than would be expected of an item of this age.

These 'boats' were used to feed the elderly, infirm and young with 'pap', a type of gruel.

Dimensions:

Length: 13cm

Width: 8cm

Height: 2.5cm.

Weight: 65g.

Complimentary gift wrapping available on request.

Post and packaging are free within the UK. Overseas buyers - if you would prefer not to use the eBay Global Shipping Programme, please e-mail for postage costs and please note: Import duties, taxes, and charges are not included in the item price or shipping cost. These charges are the buyer's responsibility. Please check with your country's customs office to determine what these additional costs will be prior to buying.

Physical Dimensions
Height
2.5cm (0.98")
Width
13cm (5.12")
Depth
8cm (3.15")
Declaration

The Silver Cabinet has dated this Georgian Silver Pap Boat to the Georgian era.

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SA1180048
Dealers Internal Reference
C818
Description
This is a fine example of a solid sterling silver pap boat, dating from the reign of George III.

It is clearly hallmarked for London 1813. The maker's mark its slightly smudged and thus indecipherable.

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The gadrooned border is raised at the back and it is in a good overall condition with a few small knocks, but nothing more than would be expected of an item of this age.
The Silver Cabinet
fig 1. A shallow, elongated sterling silver pap boat featuring a smooth spout and a beaded rim pattern.
fig 1. Antique Silver Georgian Pap Boat

These 'boats' were used to feed the elderly, infirm and young with 'pap', a type of gruel.

Dimensions:

Length: 13cm

Width: 8cm

Height: 2.5cm.

Weight: 65g.

Complimentary gift wrapping available on request.

Post and packaging are free within the UK. Overseas buyers - if you would prefer not to use the eBay Global Shipping Programme, please e-mail for postage costs and please note: Import duties, taxes, and charges are not included in the item price or shipping cost. These charges are the buyer's responsibility. Please check with your country's customs office to determine what these additional costs will be prior to buying.

Height
2.5cm (0.98")
Width
13cm (5.12")
Depth
8cm (3.15")
Date of Manufacture

The Silver Cabinet has dated this Georgian Silver Pap Boat to the Georgian era.

Reference Numbers
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SA1180048
Dealers Internal Ref
C818
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Archive I A shallow, elongated sterling silver pap boat featuring a smooth spout and a beaded rim pattern.

Antique Silver Georgian Pap Boat

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A shallow, elongated sterling silver pap boat featuring a smooth spout and a beaded rim pattern.
Antique Silver Georgian Pap Boat
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A shallow, elongated sterling silver pap boat featuring a smooth spout and a beaded rim pattern.
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  • ObjectSilverware
  • Period18th century
  • StyleGeorgian
  • MaterialSterling Silver
  • ColourSilver
  • MotifsBeaded rim, Elongated spout, Shallow oval body
  • SizeH 2.5 cm (1 in) x W 13 cm (5 in) x D 8 cm (3 in)

This Georgian antique solid sterling silver pap boat originates from the reign of George III and carries clear London hallmarks for 1813 alongside a slightly smudged, indecipherable maker's mark. The piece presents a bright, reflective silver colour across its polished surface. A shallow oval body is complemented by an elongated spout, a beaded rim pattern, and a raised border at the back, displaying a few small knocks consistent with age. Measuring 2.5 cm high, 13 cm wide, and 8 cm deep, the item weighs 65 g. Historically used to feed gruel to the young, infirm, and elderly, the pap boat serves today as a decorative accessory suitable for placement on a sideboard top in an English Country House interior. The silver finish reflects light across the curved bowl, while the detailed beaded rim runs continuously along the upper edge of the vessel leading to the smooth pouring lip.

FAQs

A pap boat is a specialised shallow vessel with an elongated spout used during the eighteenth and nineteenth centuries to feed soft food or milk mixture, known as pap, to infants or invalids.

Georgian pap boats were commonly hand-hammered from sterling silver or cast in pewter, frequently decorated with reeded, beaded, or gadrooned border rims.

Authentic examples typically feature full British hallmarks stamped on the underside or near the rim, including makers marks, date letters, assay office marks, and the lion passant.

Small antique silver vessels work effectively as accent pieces on a sideboard, trinket dishes on a dressing table, or organised items within a curated glass display cabinet.

Clean gently using warm water with a mild detergent, followed by light polishing with a soft cotton cloth and specialized non-abrasive silver foam to limit tarnish buildup.
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