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Stand for Teapot
Marked by: Hester Bateman (1708–1794)
English (London)
1789–90
Object Place: Europe, London, England
Medium/Technique
Silver
Dimensions
H. 2.2 cm (7/8 in.); W.18.4 cm (7 1/4 in.); D.14.7 cm (5 13/16 in.)
Weight: 147.4 gm (4 oz 15 dwt)
Weight: 147.4 gm (4 oz 15 dwt)
Credit Line
Anonymous gift in memory of Charlotte Beebe Wilbour (1833-1914)
Accession NumberRES.33.122
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CollectionsEurope
ClassificationsSilver
DescriptionThe elliptical stand is formed from sheet with an applied molded border. It has a shaped outline and rests on short reeded feet. Around the perimeter of the molded border is a band of pounced and bright-cut ornament. An oval in the center encloses the engraved coat of arms.
Marks
On underside, maker's mark HB (Grimwade 961); sovereign's head; date letter o; leopard's head crowned; lion passant.
InscriptionsEngraved in center, an unidentified crest (a demilion rampant, ducally crowned)
ProvenanceAnonymous Gift to the MFA in Memory of Charlotte Beebe Wilbour (1833-1914).
(Accession Date: March 2, 1933)
(Accession Date: March 2, 1933)