Small serving spoon c. 1965 - 1970

Here we have four serving utensils made by Marion Weeber, I suppose sometime in the 20th century. What really grabs me is the way she’s combined the smooth, reflective surfaces of the spoon and knife heads with the textured, almost architectural handles. Up close, you can see the subtle vertical lines etched into the handles. They give the metal a tactile quality, a kind of subdued energy, and add a geometric quality that feels both modern and classic. It's a functional object, sure, but there’s a sense of craftsmanship here, a clear attention to detail. The spoon looks solid and grounded, but ready to get to work! Weeber’s background in design reminds me of Bauhaus artists like Marianne Brandt, who also brought an experimental sensibility to everyday objects. Like them, she finds beauty in simplicity and transforms the ordinary into something special. It's a reminder that art is everywhere, even in the tools we use to eat.