Humble, Beautiful Antique Carved Wooden Spoon / Butter Paddle 1642 Italy woman: 3" across x 1/2"

woman: 3" across x 1/2" tall (with flat footed bottom

The existence of things like this gives me tremendous joy

I quickly realized his carved wooden head pulled out of his body to reveal a knife attached

Very good vintage condition

Carved into the underside in capital letters is what appears to be "PEDICA"

Humble, Beautiful Antique Carved Wooden Spoon / Butter Paddle 1642 Italy woman: 3" across x 1/2"One challenge about selling things online it is very hard to communicate how they feel in one's hand; this old hand carved spoon, worn completely smooth, is a complete joy to hold. With its short handle I believe it is a butter paddle, but could be used for all sorts of things. A humble but to my sensibilities very beautiful thing. 7 1 8" l x 2 5 8" w x 5 8" thick and in excellent antique condition with a wonderful patina.