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Sauceboat 2012-67
Sauceboat
Sauceboat 2012-67

Sauceboat

Date1772-1773
MediumSilver (sterling)
DimensionsOH: 5"; OL: 7 3/8"; OW: 4"
Credit LineGift of Carl Blake
Object number2012-67
DescriptionSauceboat. Elliptical body with flared lip and applied beaded border, on three C-curve legs with shell attachments to body and shell feet; free-standing cast double-scroll handle with acanthus leaf furl
Label TextAlthough a common form, this is the first English sauceboat with a free-standing handle to enter the Colonial Williamsburg Collection. The mark of the sponsor is too worn to identify the shop where it was made.
MarkingsMarked in relief on base: 1) sponsor’s mark, unreadable due to wear 2) lion passant 3) leopard head crowned 4) date letter "R" in shield for 1772/73
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