Swedish Ceremonial Ale Scoop
A finely crafted ceremonial ale scoop, hand-carved from a single piece of birchwood, exemplifies early 19th-century Swedish folk craftsmanship. The handle features a stylised leaf motif, a traditional decorative element that enhances both its visual appeal and ergonomic function. Ale scoops of this type were used in communal feasts and ceremonial gatherings, reflecting the rich social customs surrounding beer consumption in Sweden. The elegant, organic form and intricate hand-carved details highlight the skill of the maker, making this a fine example of Scandinavian vernacular craftsmanship.
Origin: Sweden
Period/Style: Early 19th-Century Scandinavian Folk Art
Date: c.1820
Material: Birchwood
Dimensions: 12cm height x 48cm width x 22cm depth
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A finely crafted ceremonial ale scoop, hand-carved from a single piece of birchwood, exemplifies early 19th-century Swedish folk craftsmanship. The handle features a stylised leaf motif, a traditional decorative element that enhances both its visual appeal and ergonomic function. Ale scoops of this type were used in communal feasts and ceremonial gatherings, reflecting the rich social customs surrounding beer consumption in Sweden. The elegant, organic form and intricate hand-carved details highlight the skill of the maker, making this a fine example of Scandinavian vernacular craftsmanship.
Origin: Sweden
Period/Style: Early 19th-Century Scandinavian Folk Art
Date: c.1820
Material: Birchwood
Dimensions: 12cm height x 48cm width x 22cm depth
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A finely crafted ceremonial ale scoop, hand-carved from a single piece of birchwood, exemplifies early 19th-century Swedish folk craftsmanship. The handle features a stylised leaf motif, a traditional decorative element that enhances both its visual appeal and ergonomic function. Ale scoops of this type were used in communal feasts and ceremonial gatherings, reflecting the rich social customs surrounding beer consumption in Sweden. The elegant, organic form and intricate hand-carved details highlight the skill of the maker, making this a fine example of Scandinavian vernacular craftsmanship.
Origin: Sweden
Period/Style: Early 19th-Century Scandinavian Folk Art
Date: c.1820
Material: Birchwood
Dimensions: 12cm height x 48cm width x 22cm depth
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