S/1657 19th Century Strawberry Wood Spoon
A delightful Swiss strawberry wood spoon, having a handle shaped and carved, with the bowl delicately engraved with a sprig of flower heads and foliage. The whole retains a pleasing patination.
It is interesting to note that strawberry wood is the best source of charcoal for making gunpowder.
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6¾ in. (17 cm.) Wide
Swiss Circa 1820