Chased Sterling Silver Tea Strainer
A finely made tool designed for the preparation and serving of tea, shaped through process, precision, and use.
This sterling silver tea strainer is hand-formed and worked through chasing, building a textured surface through controlled strikes. The result is a subtle, irregular finish that catches light unevenly, revealing the marks of making.
The pierced bowl is designed to filter loose leaves as tea is poured; a quiet, precise action that sits at the centre of the tea ritual. Held above a cup, the object performs its role momentarily, before being set aside again.
Historically associated with care, measure, and hospitality, the tea strainer reflects a slower, more deliberate approach to preparation. This piece continues that lineage, combining traditional silversmithing techniques with a contemporary surface language.
The form balances delicacy and weight, with a handle shaped for stability and control. Each piece carries slight variations in surface and proportion, reflecting its handmade nature.
Details
- Solid sterling silver
- Hand-formed, pierced, and hand-chased
- Approx. 40x 120 x 10mm
- Suitable for loose leaf tea preparation
- Hallmarked in Edinburgh, Scotland
- Handmade in Aberdeen, Scotland
Each piece is individually made. Variations in surface and form are an intrinsic part of the work.
Additional Information
Each piece is designed and handmade by Scott Smith in his Aberdeen studio using traditional silversmithing techniques.
Rooted in the landscapes, archaeology, and working traditions of North East Scotland, these works translate material, memory, and labour into enduring silver objects; intended to be used, lived with, and passed on.
For commissions, acquisitions, or to discuss this piece further, please contact:
hello@scottsmithdesign.co.uk