Premier Auction - Session I
Fri, May 20, 2022 09:00AM EDT
Lot 638
George III English Silver Teapot, Hester Bateman
Estimate: $800 - $1,500
Bid Increments
| Price | Bid Increment |
|---|---|
| $0 | $25 |
| $100 | $50 |
| $1,000 | $100 |
| $2,000 | $200 |
| $3,000 | $250 |
| $5,000 | $500 |
| $10,000 | $1,000 |
| $20,000 | $2,000 |
| $50,000 | $5,000 |
| $100,000 | $10,000 |
London, 1785, oval shape with bead borders, engraved wreath and ribbon decoration, straight spout and loop handle with wicker, flat cover, pineapple finial, no monogram, marks for Hester Bateman, .935 fine, 13.50 oz. T., 5-1/4 x 10 x 3-3/4 in.
Provenance: Collection of the Birmingham Museum of Art, sold to benefit the Decorative Arts Acquisition Fund
Condition
base and lid with matching marks, finial unmarked, lacquered, accession mark on base, monogram removed on one side, lid hinge repaired, base rim with repaired dent, reinforced base rim, dents, typical wear
