Antique French Sterling Sifting Spoon

Found at a French market and instantly irresistible, this antique sterling sifting spoon speaks to a time when every element of serving was thoughtfully and beautifully made. Sifting spoons—also known as sugar sifters—were refined companions to tea and dessert service, their pierced bowls designed to sprinkle powdered sugar, cocoa, cinnamon, or nutmeg evenly and elegantly.

As sugar became more widely available in 19th-century Europe, it moved from guarded luxury to everyday ritual, transforming the table in the process. Tea and coffee service inspired a host of specialized utensils, from sugar tongs to sifters, each intended to elevate both presentation and pleasure. In England, sugar became inseparable from the measured calm of tea time; in France, it was woven into the art of pâtisserie, where refinement and visual delight were essential.

Certain to be a sweet addition to your serveware collection, this lovely French sterling sifting spoon, in the style of Henin & Sons (though the french silver assay mark of Minerva's head is clear, the silversmith's mark is partially rubbed), features delicate engravings, an intricate monogram (BD), and finely detailed piercework—ensuring your sugar is always perfectly sifted and delightfully lump-free.

Strictly one-of-a-kind and subject to prior sale. In very good antique condition. Circa late 1800s. 8.25"L x 2.75"W