A rare George III sterling coffee urn in almost pristine condition by Hester Bateman, London 1786.
Here is a very pretty coffee urn incorporating some of her signature features; fine beaded borders, fine engraving, vase-shaped form, ivory fittings.
The bead-work is abundant, adorning every edge or rim, even around and along the tap. In addition it has 4 very attractive leaf-decorated feet.
The front has a finely engraved cartouche for a crest or monogram, which was never added.
It does not appear to have been used at all though my definition of 'pristine' was just a bit exaggerated. There are, on close inspection, a couple of pin-prick dings. The shaped ivory tap handle has a couple of fine aging cracks above the retaining pins.
The hallmarks are large and very clear, under the foot and along the rim of the lid.
Dimensions: 15.5” tall. Weight: 40 Troy oz.