Wine tasters 19th Century (n)

A Pair of Exquisite 19th Century Silver Wine Tasters. These two elegant silver wine tasters exemplify fine French craftsmanship from the late 1800s. Each features ornate detailing with cupules, twisted gadroons, and pearl engravings adorning the rim.

The first bears the inscription "pardon Antoine 20 Mai 1896," while the second is engraved with "Joseph Foulon." Both pieces showcase scrolled handles with thumb rests for comfortable use, characteristic of period design. Each taster measures 8.5cm in diameter (excluding handle) and weighs 104g. Both bear the Minerve first title hallmark, indicating authentic French silver content, though the master silversmith marks remain illegible. Perfect for collectors of antique tableware and French silver, these functional pieces represent a refined moment in decorative arts history.

1. Wine taster in silver
Decorated with cupules, twisted gadroons and pearls engraved on the rim ' pardon Antoine 20 Mai 1896 - scrolled handle and thumb rest
Minerve first title
Master - silversmith illegible
Diameter without handle 8.5cm Weight 104g

2. Wine taster in silver
Decorated with cupules, twisted gadroons and pearls engraved on the rim 'Joseph Foulon' - scrolled handle and thumb rest
Minerve first title
Master - silversmith illegible
Diameter without handle 8.5cm Weight 104g