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Lovespoon with carved with horses and carriages, Llansteffan, 19th century

Description

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.

Owner:
Carmarthenshire County Museum
Creator:
Unknown
License information:
Reproduced by permission of Carmarthenshire County Museum
Copyright Details:
Carmarthenshire County Museum 2003
Publisher Ref:
GTJ23015
Item uploaded:
29/9/2009
Date originally created:
1800-1899
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