sugar tongs, Hester Bateman

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Hester Bateman, sugar tongs
Hester Bateman, sugar tongs
Hester Bateman
sugar tongs
1779–1780
Hester Bateman
1708–1794
sugar tongs, 1779–1780
Where object was made: England, United Kingdom
Material/technique: silver
Dimensions:
Object Length/Width (Length x Width): 14.3 x 1.3 cm
Object Length/Width (Length x Width): 0 1/2 x 5 5/8 in
Credit line: Gift of Mr. and Mrs. Condra Henry Miller
Accession number: 1996.0097
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Archive Label 2003: Hester Bateman was the matriarch of a dynasty of silversmiths. Her skillful craftsmanship and business acumen enabled her to flourish in a predominantly masculine trade. Upon her husband’s death, Bateman assumed responsibility of the family silver business. By concentrating on the needs of the new middle classes for fine domestic wares, particularly those associated with tea service, Bateman built one of the most successful silversmith firms in England. These sugar tongs bear the mark of “HB” on the inside arm.