Photo of collection object Rim for a Monteith Bowl
Pyne, Benjamin. Rim for a Monteith Bowl, 1715–16. silver gilt, Diameter: 32.9 cm (12 15/16 in.). Gift of Mr. and Mrs. Warren H. Corning, 1965.467.b. CC0.

Rim for a Monteith Bowl

1715–16

Benjamin Pyne

Benjamin Pyne (English, active 1693–1727)

Decorative Art and Design

Rim for a Monteith Bowl, 1715–16. Benjamin Pyne (English, active 1693–1727). Silver gilt; diameter: 32.9 cm (12 15/16 in.). The Cleveland Museum of Art, Gift of Mr. and Mrs. Warren H. Corning 1965.467.b This bowl’s notched rim allows for glasses to be suspended in water for cooling and cleansing between courses during a long dinner. The rim can be removed and the bowl used for punch as well. A year before Benjamin Pyne began this bowl, he was appointed Subordinate Goldsmith to the King in preparation for George I’s coronation (r. 1714–1727). Like much of his work, this Monteith bowl is characterized by its scale and simplicity. The name Monteith is said to come from a mythical Scotsman named Monteigh, who wore cloaks with a similar notched pattern.
Maker/Artist
Pyne, Benjamin
Classification
Silver
Formatted Medium
silver gilt
Medium
silver, gilt
Dimensions
Diameter: 32.9 cm (12 15/16 in.)
Inscribed
Inscription: engraved, center of bowl: arms, crest of Byam family (mantling and helmet were probably engraved at time bowl was made, crest and arms were altered to those of Byam at later date). Rim engraved with Byam Crest (also presumably not original).
Accession Number
1965.467.b
Credit Line
Gift of Mr. and Mrs. Warren H. Corning
Rights Statement
CC0

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