Olivewood Spaghetti Spoon with Foliate Carving
Contemporary — c. 2010–present
- Material
- Wood
- Use
- Serving
- Century
- 21st century CE
- Size
- Wumbo
- Provenance
- Owner's collection
Dimensions2 measurements
- Overall length
- 32 cm
- Overall width
- 8.5 cm
Catalogue Note
A generously proportioned slotted serving spoon carved from olive wood, displaying the warm, figured grain characteristic of the material. The bowl features four symmetrical slots for draining; the handle is gently tapered and adorned with a subtle foliate or scroll motif at the junction. The wood shows natural variation in tone and grain pattern, consistent with hand-finished production. The spoon exhibits excellent condition with a smooth, well-maintained surface.
Spoon Lore
Olive wood spoons have been carved in the Mediterranean for centuries, particularly in Italy and Spain, where the dense, fine-grained wood resists warping and develops a patina with age. Modern artisanal makers prize olivewood for both its durability and the unique figuring of each piece.
From the collection of
James Fairbanks