Hester Bateman - Berry spoon - Silver - 1788 NO RESERVE
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Antique Hester Bateman sterling silver berry spoon, a 1788 era fruit spoon with engraved fruit motifs, measuring 22 cm long and 4.5 cm wide by 2.5 cm deep, weighing 77 g, in good condition.
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Fruit spoon – Antique – Master craftsman, Hester Bateman Sterling silver 'Berryspoon' – beautifully embossed fruit – .925 silver
United Kingdom – 1788
Era: 1400–1900
Gross weight: 77 g
Silver type: .925 silver
Over 200 years old: Yes
Country of origin: United Kingdom
Material: Silver
Model: Antique – Master craftsman, Hester Bateman Sterling silver 'Berryspoon' – beautifully embossed fruit
Condition: Good condition – used with small signs of aging & blemishes
Height: 22 cm
Width: 4.5 cm
Depth: 2.5 cm
Estimated period: 1788
Beautiful silver embossed and floral-decor engraved berry spoon crafted by the renowned English silversmith Hester Bateman (bap. 1708 – 1794), one of the most respected female artisans of the 18th century.
Hester Bateman was known for her elegant, refined designs in neoclassical style, often recognizable by delicate pearl border decorations and subtle engravings.
She led her London workshop at 107 Bunhill Row with her sons and expanded the family business into one of the leading silversmiths of her time. Her work is still praised today for its quality, craftsmanship, and timeless beauty.
This berry spoon is a splendid example of her distinctive style – refined, functional, and with a touch of classic English elegance. A valuable collectible for enthusiasts of antique silver and a piece of silversmithing history.
Crowned head of leopards (until 1820), Sovereign's Head
N & HB – Hester Bateman, London registered 1761: Grimwade 958, 960
England, around 1788
Dimension:
approx. 22cm L
Approximately 7cm L Bak
Approximately 4.5 cm B Bak
Weight: 77gr
Fruit spoon – Antique – Master craftsman, Hester Bateman Sterling silver 'Berryspoon' – beautifully embossed fruit – .925 silver
United Kingdom – 1788
Era: 1400–1900
Gross weight: 77 g
Silver type: .925 silver
Over 200 years old: Yes
Country of origin: United Kingdom
Material: Silver
Model: Antique – Master craftsman, Hester Bateman Sterling silver 'Berryspoon' – beautifully embossed fruit
Condition: Good condition – used with small signs of aging & blemishes
Height: 22 cm
Width: 4.5 cm
Depth: 2.5 cm
Estimated period: 1788
Beautiful silver embossed and floral-decor engraved berry spoon crafted by the renowned English silversmith Hester Bateman (bap. 1708 – 1794), one of the most respected female artisans of the 18th century.
Hester Bateman was known for her elegant, refined designs in neoclassical style, often recognizable by delicate pearl border decorations and subtle engravings.
She led her London workshop at 107 Bunhill Row with her sons and expanded the family business into one of the leading silversmiths of her time. Her work is still praised today for its quality, craftsmanship, and timeless beauty.
This berry spoon is a splendid example of her distinctive style – refined, functional, and with a touch of classic English elegance. A valuable collectible for enthusiasts of antique silver and a piece of silversmithing history.
Crowned head of leopards (until 1820), Sovereign's Head
N & HB – Hester Bateman, London registered 1761: Grimwade 958, 960
England, around 1788
Dimension:
approx. 22cm L
Approximately 7cm L Bak
Approximately 4.5 cm B Bak
Weight: 77gr
Details
Era
1400-1900
Gross weight
77 g
Title additional information
1788 NO RESERVE
Number of objects
1
Country of origin
United Kingdom
Manufacturer/brand
Hester Bateman
Material
Silver
Style
Antique
Colour
Silver
Condition
Good condition - used with small signs of aging & blemishes
Height
22 cm
Width
4.5 cm
Depth
2.5 cm
Estimated period
1750-1800
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