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Learn MoreGeorgian Silver Sauceboat by Hester Bateman
- This exceptional Georgian sauceboat was crafted by the renowned Hester Bateman
- The Neoclassical design features a punched beaded rim and hoofed feet with acanthus leaf details
- The Johnston family's winged spur crest is gracefully etched into the side
- Hester Bateman is widely recognized as the "Queen of English Silversmiths"
- Get complete item description here
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31-9317
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Sauceboat
Hester Bateman
Hallmarked London, 1787
This exceptional Georgian sauceboat by the renowned Hester Bateman epitomizes the Neoclassical elegance for which her firm was celebrated. Resting on hoofed acanthus leaf feet and adorned with a matching handle, the work is further enhanced by a delicate punched beaded rim, a hallmark of Bateman’s refined craftsmanship. Such dining silver would have been a mark of prestige in Georgian high society, used to showcase a family’s wealth. . .
Hester Bateman
Hallmarked London, 1787
This exceptional Georgian sauceboat by the renowned Hester Bateman epitomizes the Neoclassical elegance for which her firm was celebrated. Resting on hoofed acanthus leaf feet and adorned with a matching handle, the work is further enhanced by a delicate punched beaded rim, a hallmark of Bateman’s refined craftsmanship. Such dining silver would have been a mark of prestige in Georgian high society, used to showcase a family’s wealth. . .
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Sauceboat
Hester Bateman
Hallmarked London, 1787
This exceptional Georgian sauceboat by the renowned Hester Bateman epitomizes the Neoclassical elegance for which her firm was celebrated. Resting on hoofed acanthus leaf feet and adorned with a matching handle, the work is further enhanced by a delicate punched beaded rim, a hallmark of Bateman’s refined craftsmanship. Such dining silver would have been a mark of prestige in Georgian high society, used to showcase a family’s wealth and sophistication during elaborate banquets and fine dinners. The Johnston family's winged spur crest is gracefully etched into the side, tying this exquisite sauceboat to the prominent Scottish clan.
The winged spur crest carries a fascinating legend rooted in Scotland's history. It is said that during the reign of John Baliol as King of Scotland, Edward I of England sought to subjugate Scotland. When Robert Bruce, a powerful Scottish earl, opposed the plan, Edward conspired to eliminate him. Baliol, loyal to Bruce, sent the chief of the Johnston clan to warn him. To avoid interception, Johnston conveyed the message symbolically with a bird's wing tied to a spur, urging Bruce to flee. He heeded the warning, escaping danger, and later, as King of Scotland, granted the winged spur crest to the Johnston clan in recognition of their loyalty. This rich historical association elevates the sauceboat’s already extraordinary appeal.
Hester Bateman is one of the most celebrated silversmiths of the Georgian era, widely recognized as the "Queen of English Silversmiths." Her importance lies not only in her exceptional craftsmanship but also in her pioneering role as a female silversmith in a male-dominated field. Bateman took over her husband’s business after his death in 1760, building it into one of the most successful silver workshops in London. Known for her refined designs, delicate beading and intricate engraving, Bateman's work showcases an elegance and precision that has become synonymous with her name. Her mastery of the Neoclassical style and ability to balance beauty with functionality have left a lasting legacy, making her works highly sought after by collectors and institutions alike. Additionally, this sauceboat was a part of the prestigious Red McCombs collection, which has been highly publicized and studied.
3 3/4" high x 6" wide x 3 1/4" deep
Provenance:
Private collection of the Johnston family, Scotland
M.S. Rau, New Orleans
Red McCombs Collection, Texas
M.S. Rau, New Orleans
Hester Bateman
Hallmarked London, 1787
This exceptional Georgian sauceboat by the renowned Hester Bateman epitomizes the Neoclassical elegance for which her firm was celebrated. Resting on hoofed acanthus leaf feet and adorned with a matching handle, the work is further enhanced by a delicate punched beaded rim, a hallmark of Bateman’s refined craftsmanship. Such dining silver would have been a mark of prestige in Georgian high society, used to showcase a family’s wealth and sophistication during elaborate banquets and fine dinners. The Johnston family's winged spur crest is gracefully etched into the side, tying this exquisite sauceboat to the prominent Scottish clan.
The winged spur crest carries a fascinating legend rooted in Scotland's history. It is said that during the reign of John Baliol as King of Scotland, Edward I of England sought to subjugate Scotland. When Robert Bruce, a powerful Scottish earl, opposed the plan, Edward conspired to eliminate him. Baliol, loyal to Bruce, sent the chief of the Johnston clan to warn him. To avoid interception, Johnston conveyed the message symbolically with a bird's wing tied to a spur, urging Bruce to flee. He heeded the warning, escaping danger, and later, as King of Scotland, granted the winged spur crest to the Johnston clan in recognition of their loyalty. This rich historical association elevates the sauceboat’s already extraordinary appeal.
Hester Bateman is one of the most celebrated silversmiths of the Georgian era, widely recognized as the "Queen of English Silversmiths." Her importance lies not only in her exceptional craftsmanship but also in her pioneering role as a female silversmith in a male-dominated field. Bateman took over her husband’s business after his death in 1760, building it into one of the most successful silver workshops in London. Known for her refined designs, delicate beading and intricate engraving, Bateman's work showcases an elegance and precision that has become synonymous with her name. Her mastery of the Neoclassical style and ability to balance beauty with functionality have left a lasting legacy, making her works highly sought after by collectors and institutions alike. Additionally, this sauceboat was a part of the prestigious Red McCombs collection, which has been highly publicized and studied.
3 3/4" high x 6" wide x 3 1/4" deep
Provenance:
Private collection of the Johnston family, Scotland
M.S. Rau, New Orleans
Red McCombs Collection, Texas
M.S. Rau, New Orleans
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Specifications
| Maker: | Bateman, Hester |
| Period: | 18th Century |
| Origin: | England |
| Type: | Bowls/Porringers/Sauceboats |
| Style: | Georgian |
| Depth: | 3.25 in. (8.26 cm) |
| Width: | 6.0 in. (15.24 cm) |
| Height: | 3.75 in. (9.53 cm) |
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