Iced tea spoon c. 1965 - 1970

These silver iced tea spoons by Marion Weeber invite you to consider the art of functional objects. It’s amazing how something so simple can be so visually satisfying. Notice the clean, streamlined forms and the repetition of vertical lines on the handles; there's a rhythmic quality to these marks. It’s like a minimalist sculpture you can stir your drink with. I’m drawn to the way the metal catches the light, creating these shimmering highlights that animate the surface. If you look closely, you can see a faint circular grain in the bowl of the spoon, a subtle trace of the silversmith's process. It reminds me that even mass produced items involve a degree of handcraft. Weeber’s work shares some of the same design principles as the Bauhaus movement, where artists and designers sought to integrate art, craft, and technology. Ultimately, these spoons remind us to find beauty in the everyday.