Pewter
Spoon $12
This beautiful
reproduction spoon is cast in England and imported for your pleasure.
The original was made in London in 1500, but the shape and construction
are consistent with period examples from as early as 1350. This
spoon has the tear drop shapped shallow bowl so common in Medieval
and Renaissance spoons. The decorative knop features an elegant
spiral pattern and the bowl contains a small fleur de lis maker's
mark.
England
was known for its beautiful pewterwork and items such as these
were highly sought after by well to do merchants and artisans,
ships' officers, and the wealthy of the period.
The spoon
is 6" long and 1 3/4" wide and 1/4" deep.
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