Norwegian Hand-carved Wooden "Love Spoon" or Wedding Spoon black glazed When closed

When closed

I think perhaps they may have been inspired by the famous 1810 match between Tom Cribb & Tom Molyneux

inky glazing

One need not be a skilled practitioner of ikebana to make striking use of this beautifully crafted ikebana vase

This great little vintage studio pottery bud vase features an interesting light green glaze that is mostly mossy in color

Norwegian Hand-carved Wooden "Love Spoon" or Wedding Spoon black glazed When closedThe tradition of carved wooden "Love spoons" apparently dates to mid 1600s, when they were made by young men as gifts for the objects of their affection in hopes of beginning a courtship. Often incredibly ornate, with whimsy type elements showing the prowess of their makers, they came to be carved throughout Europe in a variety of styles. This one, which I'd guess dates to the 1960s or so, was made in Hus Flid Norway (the original sticker is still on