Pair of gravyboats 1768 - 1769

This pair of silver gravy boats, crafted by John Kentesber between 1768 and 1769, are a testament to the elegance of 18th-century English silversmithing. The boats, each standing on three delicate legs, are characterized by their graceful, elongated forms and intricate details, including a beaded rim and a shell-shaped motif on the legs. These pieces, now part of the Metropolitan Museum of Art's collection, are a charming reminder of the refined tastes of the period.