Antique French Sterling Silver Tea Strainer, Art Nouveau, Butterfly & Flowers

About This Piece

An antique French sterling silver hanging basket-style tea strainer in the Art Nouveau manner, decorated with flowers and a butterfly. A very light monogram on the front appears to read "MB". A perfect gift for a tea connoisseur — delicate, decorative, and entirely functional.

Hallmarks & Provenance

French sterling silver, .950, c. 1900. Marked with the Minerva 1st Titre mark and maker’s punch for Léontine Compère, who succeeded Ernest Compère (active 1868–1888) — a running rabbit (un lapin courant), 79 Rue Quincampoix, Paris.

Details & Dimensions

• Origin: Paris, France
• Date: c. 1900
• Maker: Léontine Compère, 79 Rue Quincampoix, Paris
• Material: French sterling silver, .950
• Style: Art Nouveau — flowers and butterfly
• Diameter: 2"
• Height: 1¼"
• Weight: 17 grams
• Monogram: Light script "MB" on front
• Item ID: 120073

Condition

Very good. Two small dings on the bottom edge and micro surface scratches, all in accordance with age and use.

Shipping & Handling

• Ships within 1–2 business days via USPS Priority Mail
• Complimentary shipping within the US
• Reduced International Rates available