Antique French Sterling Silver Tea Strainer, Rococo / Louis XV, Gabert & Conreau C 1900 figural bird inkwell 13 3/8” X 6 ½”

13 3/8” X 6 ½” X 4 ½”

Decorated with acanthus leaves and foliage

Plating is very good

no maker’s marks noted

Antique French Sterling Silver Tea Strainer, Rococo / Louis XV, Gabert & Conreau C 1900 figural bird inkwell 13 3/8” X 6 ½”About This Piece An antique French sterling silver over the cup tea strainer in the Rococo or Louis XV style, c. 1900. Floral and shell work decorate the edges of the handle and around the bowl a beautifully ornate and generous sized strainer. A perfect gift for the tea lover. Hallmarks & Provenance French sterling silver, . 950. Marked with the Minerva 1st Titre mark and makers punch for Gabert & Conreau, 24 Rue Beaubourg, Paris (active 19011906).