Wood
Height 11 3/4 in / 29.8 cm
Provenance: Flury and Company, Seattle, Washington
This Tlingit grease spoon was made for serving oil or rendered grease, an important food and ceremonial substance on the Northwest Coast. Grease spoons were used in feasting contexts, where the serving of rich foods carried social and ceremonial meaning. The long handle and deep bowl reflect a practical form made for use at the table or during communal gatherings.
The spoon is carved with a deep, curved bowl and a shaped handle with Northwest Coast design elements. Its worn surface and darkened interior suggest repeated handling and use over time. The carving is controlled and direct, giving the object both functional clarity and sculptural presence.
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Wood
Height 11 3/4 in / 29.8 cm
Provenance: Flury and Company, Seattle, Washington
This Tlingit grease spoon was made for serving oil or rendered grease, an important food and ceremonial substance on the Northwest Coast. Grease spoons were used in feasting contexts, where the serving of rich foods carried social and ceremonial meaning. The long handle and deep bowl reflect a practical form made for use at the table or during communal gatherings.
The spoon is carved with a deep, curved bowl and a shaped handle with Northwest Coast design elements. Its worn surface and darkened interior suggest repeated handling and use over time. The carving is controlled and direct, giving the object both functional clarity and sculptural presence.
We ship free anywhere in the world, fully insured, packed by hand.
