Ladle Item Number: A4465 from the MOA: University of British Columbia

Description

Ladle with leaf-shaped bowl and long narrow handle. The handle has a downward facing finial. The underside of the ladle's bowl slopes to reach a gentle point. The wood is a yellowish brown colour.

History Of Use

Along the Northwest Coast, in general, undecorated spoons and ladles of wood and horn were used in everyday life, while more elaborately carved versions were used on special occassions. Ladles are used for serving food rather than eating it.

Cultural Context

household utensil; domestic