Antique French Hammered Silver Sommelier Tastevin for Wine Tasting

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Antique French Hammered Silver Sommelier Tastevin for Wine Tasting

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Antique French Hammered Silver Sommelier Tastevin for Wine Tasting Sommelier Tastevin with one open handle, adorned with grape clusters. Concave bottom with circles around the border. Inscribed at top rim BOURIOT BEAUNE 1792. History of the Tastevin "Wine tasting cups are present from thousands of years ago as if to testify to the passion for the nectar of the gods, nourished by man over time. The history of the tastevin, as we know it today, begins in France, a land of production of great wines and great tasters. Its particular bowl shape made it practical to use by associating resistance and efficiency. It was made mostly of silver or silver-plated metal. The predilection for this material was due to the ability to refract well the light necessary to identify its color. The first tastevin in the history of tasting was called Bordolese since it was created in Burgundy. It had a circular shape and a central ogive and was without a handle or chain. The most famous tastevin, however, is the Borgognone. It has a diameter of 8cm and a depth of 2cm. The shape of the tastevin is studied in order to make the visual analysis of the wine effective. A game of levels and reliefs have a very specific function that allows the sommelier to read the color of the wine. In the center there is a large bubble whose cusp marks the quantity of wine that must never exceed a certain level. Around 14 small bubbles are arranged in a crown that have the purpose of promoting oxygenation of the wine. On the right then we find 8 concave pearls that are used for the visual analysis of red wines. While on the left, the 17 ribs serve to highlight the nuances of white wines. Finally, the use of silver allows good oxygenation of wines, especially whites as it favors the rapid dissolving in sulfur dioxide." Measures 2 7/8" diameter bow, 3 5/8" wide to end of handle, 3/4" deep. Weighs 48.3g, 31.1dwt. Marked with the crab silver guarantee mark, and makers mark which appears to be TT in diamond. Very nice condition, with some tarnish and surface scratching. Will be shipped US Priority Mail with insurance. CL09172020

Dimensions:
Height: 0.75 in (1.91 cm)Width: 3.63 in (9.23 cm)Depth: 0.75 in (1.91 cm)
Materials and Techniques:
Silver
Place of Origin:
Europe
Period:
Late 19th Century
Date of Manufacture:
Unknown
Condition:
Wear consistent with age and use.
Seller Location:
Washington Depot, CT
Reference Number:
Seller: 82901stDibs: LU4108323860862