Strange antique handmade folk art spoon Easter 1903 eagle/chicken? 12" gotta see

Description: ITEM: One of the strangest kitchen/serving spoons I've ever seen. It appears to be entirely handmade, although maybe out of some pre-existing parts. There is a silhouette of a bird (eagle? turkey? condor? Looks a lot like Foghorn Leghorn, but he didn't appear until 1946...) cut into the bowl of the spoon, which is attached to the base of the handle with solder and three little nails. The metal base of the handle has "EASTER 1903" stamped into it. There is a loop on the other end for hanging. It clearly was well-used at some point -- perhaps a tradition at this family's Easter dinner for many years before its eventual retirement (undoubtedly when the person who made it wasn't around any more and a new generation decided it was too repulsive to put on the table). The weird angle of bowl to handle appears to be intentional. A little over 12" long overall. A piece of true Americana folk art. I don't think you ever will see another one. CONDITION: Well-used, with stains to the turned wooden handle. Top of the bird's head has a little split in the metal (I think... or maybe that's a beak...). See photos for details. SHIPPING: Shipped USPS Ground Advantage. *NOTE:* Recently the Post Office has been taking longer than usual to get packages to recipients, as they are sitting for up to several days at regional distribution hubs. I usually ship packages within one business day of purchase. If it seems like your package is taking longer than usual to arrive, PLEASE use the linked tracking number provided in your purchase history to check its status on the USPS website. Once I have dropped the package at the Post Office, I cannot do anything to move it through the postal system faster. If a quicker arrival is desired, please message me to request Priority Mail BEFORE you pay and I can adjust the postage charge accordingly. I am happy to combine shipping. If you wish to purchase more than one item, place all items in cart then request a total for combined shipping. (You may need to be on a tablet or laptop; the Request a Total feature does not always seem to function on the ebay phone app.). IF COMBINED SHIPPING REQUEST DOESN'T WORK, JUST MESSAGE ME AND I WILL DO THE DISCOUNT MANUALLY. QUESTIONS? Please contact me with any questions BEFORE purchase. I reserve the right to reject bids from those with a preponderance of negative feedback. PAYMENT: Payment may be made by PayPal or other method through eBay. Payment must be received within 3 days of purchase or the usual unpleasant consequences will ensue. I leave positive feedback for prompt payment and good communication, and I appreciate positive feedback if you are pleased with our transaction. I strive for accurate descriptions and clear photos. Returns are accepted only if item is not as described and shown. Thanks for looking.

Price: 18 USD

Location: Bristol, Rhode Island

End Time: 2024-12-03T21:43:17.000Z

Shipping Cost: 6 USD