Tea strainer set

NameTea strainer

DateMid-late 20th century

Place madeSri Lanka, South Asia, Asia

MediumSilver metal

Dimensions7 × 2 7/8 × 1 in. (17.75 × 7.25 × 2.5 cm)

Credit LineMuseum of International Folk Art, gift of James McGrath, A.2015.73.29

Object numberA.2015.73.29ab

Collections

Asia

DescriptionTwo parts. Embossed with a floral motif, birds, and an elephant. Circular flat bottom with cuved sides; curved motif engraved in side. Top has elephant on handle, curved motif on rest of handle and a round indented center with small holes.