Lepel met haaks op de steel geplaatste, ovale bak 1907

This spoon with an oval bowl and a handle placed at right angles was made by the Wiener Werkstätte. There is something lovely about the idea of elevating a humble object. It's a reminder that art can be found in the everyday, if we just take the time to see it. This spoon isn’t just a functional object; it's an exploration of form and material. The tarnished silver creates a wonderful play of light and shadow, adding depth and texture to the piece. I’m drawn to the contrast between the cool, matte finish of the handle and the iridescent sheen inside the bowl. It’s as if the spoon is holding a secret, a hidden world of color and light. You know, it kind of reminds me of the Bauhaus artists, who were also interested in blurring the lines between art and design. It's a reminder that art isn't just something to be hung on a wall; it's a way of seeing and experiencing the world around us.