Antique P&B PAYE & BAKER Brass / Copper Tea Strainer with Drip Tray

Antique tea strainer with a wooden handle and it's own drip tray attached. The strainer pivots to strain the tea and swings back when placed on the table.

Bottom inscribed: EPNS P&B PATENTED
(PAYE & BAKER MFG CO - North Attleboro, MA
origin as Simmons & Paye in 1896. Became Paye & Baker in 1901. In 1952 became a division of the Bishop Company. Out of business c. 1960)
(Electroplated materials are often stamped EPNS for electroplated nickel or silver.)

Length: 6-1/2"

Very good vintage condition; some wear to plating and soiling from use, see photos. Wa20