| Number of Items in Set | 1 |
|---|---|
| Brand | Unbranded |
| Pattern | Floral |
| Type | Tea Strainer |
| Shape | Round |
| Occasion | All Occasions |
| Size | Medium |
| Color | Silver |
| Number in Pack | 1 |
| Original/Reproduction | Original |
| Style | Victorian |
Check the listing for details. vintage tea strainer a great thing for the home #R9. Color: Silver, Condition: Used. Listed at 17.38 USD. This antique brass tea strainer probably originated in Italy and dates back to the 1920s–1940s. Product features Material and finish: Made of brass with a decorative gold-colored finish. Design: The strainer has an ornate Baroque design, decorated with images of cupids and a lion on the handle. The lion of St. Mark is the symbol of Venice and is often found on similar Italian items. Purpose: This device (also known as an infuser or tea strainer) was used to separate tea leaves when pouring loose tea into cups. Additional details: The small holes in the strainer bowl are for straining. Some similar models may have had a stand (drip bowl) at the bottom.