Lovespoon with carved with horses and carriages, Llansteffan, 19th century
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The carving of lovespoons is one of the best known of Welsh traditions, beginning around 1667, and which has lasted through to the present day. At a time when personal decoration was rare, these spoons provided a conduit for the imagination and creativity. This spoon with three bowls was made in Llansteffan. The carving on the large handle depicts two sets of horse and carriage, and star designs.
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