Brandy Saucepan 1787 - 1788

"Brandy Saucepan" is a silver saucepan by Hester Bateman, a renowned English silversmith, crafted between 1787-1788. The piece is intricately engraved with a floral design and features a dark wooden handle. It displays the elegant craftsmanship of the late 18th-century English silversmithing, with its engraved details and delicate form. This piece, now in the collection of The Art Institute of Chicago, showcases Bateman's talent and provides insight into the refined taste of the era.