Description
This sterling demitasse spoon was made by Watson. The finial at the top of the spoon features a bust of Anton Rubinstein, a music clef & 3/4 time symbol. Would make a really special gift for a piano player, musician, music tutor, school teacher, music student or lover of composers. Also a nice gift for someone who is a collector of Russian memorabilia. Rubinstein was a Russian pianist, composer & conductor who became a pivotal figure in Russian culture when he founded the Saint Petersburg Conservatory. He wrote 20 operas, the best known of which is The Demon. He was the elder brother of Nikolai Rubinstein, who founded the Moscow Conservatory. Beautiful flower detail running along the back of the spoon handle. Rear of handle is stamped 'STERLING' & bears the makers hallmarks belonging to Watson. Spoon bowl has a nice gold gilt finish. Spoon is in good vintage condition, as seen in the photos. Measures 4 1/4" in length. Please refer to each photo. They are there to accurately & honestly represent the item's description & condition. Happy to answer any questions. I ship same day or next day & package with thought & care. & when you buy 2 or more items, they can be boxed together, where possible, to potentially save on shipping. If this is a gift going directly to the recipient, I can include a handwritten note card in the package with whatever personal note you indicate when you check out :o) To see my whole vintage goods Etsy shop by category old hand tools, kitchen items, collectibles, souvenir spoons, memorabilia, decor & more please click here... https://www.etsy.com/shop/SeeWhatIveFound Thanks for coming to see me! Rare Rubinstein Piano Music Composer Collectible Sterling Spoon | Watson. Russian Pianist Themed Musician Teacher Gift
