Your French nursery is almost ready. You have chosen a warm gray or perhaps a soft blue, along with a toile wallpaper. A French-style chest serves as the changing table, and there are a few French books on the side table near the rocking chair. Now for the finishing touches — and of course, a French keepsake such as this charming baby’s rattle.
This French silver and Mother of Pearl baby’s rattle features a lovely basket motif with flowers, a working whistle, and six attached bells. Provenance may be lacking, but one’s imagination can enjoy filling in the blanks — who gave the rattle, was it a Christening gift? We know it is marked for French silver and is in lovely condition, ready to delight another generation.
Hallmarks & Provenance
French, c. 1900. Marked for .800 silver. Maker’s mark currently being researched.
