Spoon 1671 - 1672

This silver spoon was crafted by Robert King between 1671 and 1685. The spoon is a humble, yet potent symbol. Think of the act of feeding: it's nurturing, a fundamental gesture of care. The spoon connects us to primal experiences: maternal care and nourishment. In ancient Egypt, spoons were crafted from precious materials and placed in tombs, not just as tools, but as symbols of provision in the afterlife. This notion of sustenance transcends the physical. Consider the recurring motif of the cornucopia in Roman art, a horn overflowing with food, symbolizing abundance and divine favor. This spoon, though simple, is imbued with echoes of the past, reminding us of the enduring human need for both physical and spiritual nourishment.