Apostle spoon

Unknown

probably 1629 · Silver · European Sculpture and Decorative Arts

Apostle spoons are thought to have originated in late-fifteenth century England but also became popular in the Netherlands, where household goods were frequently embellished with biblical imagery reminding the owner of Christian virtues. The sword identifies the apostle as Saint Paul. The decoration of the lower part of the stem, depicting Judith holding the head of Holofernes, is typical for the harbor city Enkhuizen, affluent thanks to its overseas trade with the East Indies

Artist

Unknown

Date

probably 1629

Medium

Silver

Culture

Dutch, Enkhuizen

Department

European Sculpture and Decorative Arts

Credit line

Gift of Mrs. Samuel P. Avery, 1897