Wine taster 1752 - 1758

This small silver "Wine taster" was created by French silversmith François-Isaac Balduc between 1752 and 1758. It is a simple yet elegant piece with a rounded bowl, a single loop handle, and a decorative rim. The bowl's interior features delicate, repeating ridges that radiate outward from the center. This taster would have been used for testing the quality of wine, a common practice during the 18th century. The inscription "A JACQUES" indicates that the taster was likely a gift for someone named Jacques.