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Large Hand-Carved Wooden Ladle, Early 20th Century

$200
£151.35
€174.55
CA$279.29
A$312.89
CHF 162.86
MX$3,810.41
NOK 2,074.61
SEK 1,953.70
DKK 1,303.01
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About the Item

This oversized hand-carved wooden ladle features a long, elegant handle and a deep, rounded bowl. Likely used for rice or soup service in a traditional kitchen, it carries a serene wabi-sabi aesthetic that blends function with quiet beauty. Its balanced proportions and understated patina make it not just a tool, but a sculptural element — perfect for wall display, shelf styling, or collectors of East Asian artifacts.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 15.75 in (40 cm)Width: 5.12 in (13 cm)Depth: 2.76 in (7 cm)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    20th Century
  • Condition:
    Minor losses.
  • Seller Location:
    Edogawa-ku Tokyo, JP
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU10443245210602

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