Spoon Collection (#50)

Dickens / Coldstream / Play
CHARLES DICKENS In the role of Sir Charles Coldstream in the play " Used Up", 1850

Two eggs on an Easter greetings card
An egg in an egg cup, with its top taken off, and a second egg waiting to be eaten when the first ones finished, on this German Easter greetings card

Mint tea, Marrakech, Morocco, North Africa, Africa

Bossche Koek, Hertogenbosch (Den Bosch), Netherlands, Europe

Misoshiru soup, Japan, Asia

Cattas sweet fritters, Sardinian Carnival cakes, Sardinia, Italy, Europe

Traditional tea and biscuits, cafe, Istanbul, Turkey, Europe

Fresh coffee. Two cups of black coffee on saucers

Breakfast, coffee, toast, fresh orange juice

French bean and apple salad with toasted hazelnuts

Traditional food including chicken tajine and lamb with couscous, Marrakech (Marrakesh), Morocco, North Africa, Africa

Chichen Tagine, traditional food, Marrakech, Morocco, North Africa

Plates of Moroccan salad, traditional first course in restaurants, Marrakesh (Marrakech), Morocco, North Africa, Africa

Ghiteri, Kenyan food, Kenya, East Africa, Africa

A Tsubakai, a stone wash basin for the tea room, Ryoan-ji Temple in NW Kyoto, Honshu, Japan The Zen inscription reads I learn only to be contented

Traditional brass kitchen utensils in a home, Amber, near Jaipur, Rajasthan state, India, Asia

Fried food, Saint Pierre, island of Martinique, Lesser Antilles, French West Indies, Caribbean, Central America

Coffee, Vienna, Austria

Marmalade in a bowl. Marmalade is a preservemade from oranges

Advert / Cream of Wheat
Uncle Sam enjoys his Cream of Wheat - even the American Eagle would like a taste

Earles Medicine Bottle
Earles medicine bottle, which comes with a handy spoon compartment

Mother Feeding Baby 19C
A mother feeds her baby, who has almost grown to toddler size

Strawberries and Cream
A glass bowl filled with fresh strawberries and a big dollop of cream

Daughter Stirs
Mother watches as one of her daughters stirs something in a bowl, while her other daughter spoon in hand waits her turn and the kitten laps its milk

First Spoon
THE FIRST SPOON

Dish & Spoon / Hey Diddle
And the dish ran away with the spoon

Xmas Pudding
The King of the Feast comes in from the snow

Mechanical Whisk 1925
From wooden spoon to mechanical whisk - saving time and fatigue !

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"Spoon: A Journey through Time and Culture" Discover the fascinating history of the spoon, from its humble beginnings to its iconic status in various cultures around the world. Starting with the Sutton Hoo treasure, where a beautifully crafted spoon was unearthed alongside other precious artifacts, we delve into the ancient origins of this everyday utensil. In New Orleans, indulge in the famous beignets and chicory coffee at Cafe Du Monde, where they are essential for savoring every delectable bite. Travel back to 19th-century England with an advertisement for Mappin Brothers' Queens Works on Pond Street/Bakers Hill, showcasing their exquisite silverware collection that includes elegant spoons fit for royalty. Venturing south to Argentina's Ushuaia, discover typical calabash gourd cups used for mate drinking rituals - a cultural tradition known as chimarrao or cimarron - where spoons play an integral role in preparing and sharing this beloved beverage. Immerse yourself in Wagner's epic Ring Cycle opera series that features a mystical golden spoon as one of its enchanting props, captivating audiences worldwide. Journey to Lyon, France where ricotta-eaters gather around tables adorned with delicate porcelain spoons to relish this creamy delicacy that has become synonymous with French gastronomy. Indulge your sweet tooth with Cadbury's cup chocolate as you reminisce about their nostalgic advertisements featuring smiling faces enjoying every last drop using their trusty spoons. Sip on traditional Turkish tea served in charming tulip-shaped glasses accompanied by dainty teaspoons while immersing yourself in Turkey's rich tea-drinking culture. Remember those classic Worcester Sauce adverts that showcased how a simple sprinkle can transform any dish into culinary perfection? Well now imagine it being stirred effortlessly by a trusty spoon.