SPOONS 1650-2000, by Simon Moore, a Shire Book, new

SPOONS 1650-2000, by Simon Moore, a Shire Book.

Spoons probably have the longest history of any artefact. They have been made ever since man discovered handling liquids was vital to his existence. Produced from a great diversity of materials, spoons have always held a fascination for collectors. This book traces the history of English spoons, noting their social position through the ages and the many changes in style and form as their versatility was discovered. Spoons that once graced medieval ducal tables  and those of base metal used by commoners are illustrated and described. The author gives collectors some guidelines to follow should they find an antique spoon of unknown origin and date or be asked for an opinion. In spoon collecting there are so many slight variations of standard patterns that one could spend a lifetime hunting for the rare types and still be unable to deem one's collection complete. Includes coverage of the British Arts and Crafts movement, examining its contribution to European design at the turn of the 19th century and showing how this influence was revisited on British design in the following decades. Includes suggested further reading and related places of interest to visit in Britain. Illustrated throughout with colour and black/white photos.

Softcover published by Shire Books, UK, 2005, 64-pages, indexed, 15cm wide x 21cm high, new.

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