Antique Art Nouveau French Sterling Silver Tea Strainer Thistle Pattern

  
Antique Art Nouveau French sterling silver over the cup tea strainer. Finely decorated in repousse and intricately chased with a stunning pattern of thistle flowers and scrolling foliage surrounding a finely pierced bowl. The handle exhibits stunning detail and finesse, decorated with thistle, leaves and rocailles. Hallmarked with the French Minerve 1st standard mark, which guaranteed the finest quality French sterling silver of. 950/1000 purity in use from 1838 95% pure silver and higher grade than the standard.

Also bearing marks for notable silversmith Victor Boivin, active from 1897 at 5 rue de Montmorency in Paris. In overall good condition with general wear commensurate with use and age. Welcome to the Antique Boutique. Our aim is to provide you with a wide selection of quality antiques and collectibles.

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The item "Antique Art Nouveau French Sterling Silver Tea Strainer Thistle Pattern" is in sale since Tuesday, August 13, 2019. This item is in the category "Antiques\Silver\Sterling Silver (. The seller is "micflsun" and is located in Canutillo, Texas. This item can be shipped worldwide.

1. Style: Art Nouveau
2. Pattern: Thistle
3. Composition: Sterling Silver