J.B. Hamlin Modernist Hand Crafted Sterling Silver Gravy Ladle

Born in 1897, James Brett Hamlin's life encompassed nearly the full span of the 20th century as he lived until 1994.

A silversmith and pewterer with a specialty in jewelry, he studied and worked in New York City until settling in Maine about midpoint in his life, and where he remained active until about 1980. One source describes him as a "true modernist."

This 5 7/8" long, nearly 1.3 T. oz., gravy ladle is an apparently rare example of his flatware work executed in sterling silver.

It has a flat, curved, handle with a narrowed waist and widened square end with rounded corners.

The bowl is 2 1/2" wide, 2" back to front, and 3/4" deep. It is "pinched" on the long axis, with a slight pouring lip on either side.

The interior has a smooth finish, while the backside has a hand hammered surface.

In original condition, this is without wear or damage and shows a bright, even, finish.

Marks on the handle backside are "J.B. Hamlin," Hamlin's "tree" emblem, and "Sterling."