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Fit for a Queen: Timeless Elegance from Britain's Most Prestigious Grocer
For your consideration, a truly sassy silver plated English …
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Fit for a Queen: Timeless Elegance from Britain's Most Prestigious Grocer
For your consideration, a truly sassy silver plated English tea strainer from the legendary Fortnum & Mason of London - because even the finest loose leaf teas deserve the most refined presentation. This is teatime sophistication at its absolute peak.
Product Details
Maker: Fortnum & Mason, London
Style: Traditional Georgian Revival
Material: Silver plated
Dimensions: Approximately 6" x 2.5" x 2"
Includes: Matching drip bowl
Origin: England
Condition: Excellent vintage condition
Design Features
This exquisite tea strainer embodies everything that is "so very very English" about the art of tea service:
Classic Georgian styling with elegant proportions and refined lines
Traditional bowl-and-stand design for proper tea ceremony etiquette
Fine silver plating that catches the light beautifully
Matching drip bowl to catch every precious drop
Compact yet substantial presence on any tea table
The Fortnum & Mason Legacy
Few names carry more prestige in the world of British luxury than Fortnum & Mason. Founded in 1707 and holding Royal Warrants, this Piccadilly institution has been purveyor to the Royal Family and discerning tea lovers for over three centuries. Every piece bearing their name represents the pinnacle of English taste and quality.
Perfect For
Afternoon tea ceremonies - the proper English way
Entertaining with style - impress your most sophisticated guests
Collectors of English silver and tea accessories
Anglophiles who appreciate authentic British heritage
Tea enthusiasts who understand that presentation matters
Those who believe teatime should always be an occasion
Why This Piece is Special
In an age of tea bags and casual sipping, this strainer represents a commitment to doing things the proper way. It's for those who understand that the ritual of tea is just as important as the tea itself. The Georgian styling ensures it will never go out of fashion, while the Fortnum & Mason provenance guarantees its place in any refined collection.
Styling Notes
Pair with your finest bone china, arrange with proper tea service accessories, and prepare to transport yourself (and your guests) to a more civilized time when tea was ceremony, not just beverage.
Timeless. Classical. Undeniably English.
This piece speaks to those who appreciate the finer things - not just for their beauty, but for the traditions and craftsmanship they represent.
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- Dimensions
- 6ʺW × 2ʺD × 2.5ʺH
- Styles
- English
- Period
- Mid 20th Century
- Country of Origin
- United Kingdom
- Item Type
- Vintage, Antique or Pre-owned
- Materials
- Silverplate
- Condition
- Good Condition, Original Condition Unaltered, Some Imperfections
- Color
- Silver
- Condition Notes
- Superb…original box too Superb…original box too less
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