A magnificent, fine and impressive, large antique George IV sterling silver wine ewer/flagon made by William Bateman I; an addition to our range of collectable wine and drinks related silverware

This magnificent antique George IV sterling silver flagon has a baluster shaped form onto a circular pedestal foot.

The lower portion of the large, plain body of this ewer is embellished with fluted decoration.

The upper rim and foot are encompassed with impressive applied gadroon decoration.

This magnificent example of antique silverware is fitted with an impressive chased reed decorated scrolling handle ornamented with a chasedacanthus leaf decorated thumbpiece.

The upper portion of the handle is further ornamented with a circular floral medallion to an imposing leaf decorated upper socket.

The lower portion of the handle is embellished with an applied waterleaf design in addition to a pierced decorated lobed honeysuckle style scrolling terminal in junction with the body.

This sterling silver flagon, crafted by the renowned and very collectable London silversmith William Bateman I, is an exceptionally large and important piece of antique silverware.

This antique wine ewer is an exceptional gauge of silver, exceptional quality and in exceptional condition.

The applied and chased decoration is very sharp.

Full hallmarks struck to the surface are very clear; the hallmarks are very sharp due to the exceptional gauge of silver.

Reflections in photographs may detract from the true representation of this example of this antique silver flagon.

Length from back of handle to lip 25cm/9.8"

Diameter of body 18.5cm/7.25"

Diameter of foot 19.1cm/7.5"

Height to top of handle 44.2cm/17.7"

Height to lip 39cm/15.3"

90 troy ounces/2780g

Date: 1815

Origin: London, England

Maker: William Bateman I