Ladle

1820-1840

Measurements

15 in x 4-1/8 in (dia) x 2-1/2 in

Materials

Pewter

Credit Line

Historic Odessa Foundation, gift of H. Rodney Sharp

Accession Number

1959.3659

Inscription

The underside of the handle is stamped in the center with a partial rose touchmark.  The letters "AL" are visible, but not more of what is likely a name.

Condition Notes

The handle shaft has a slight wave in it, as if it had bent and someone tried to straighten it without complete success.

Provenance

Ex coll. H. Rodney Sharp

Comments

The cast pewter ladle has a round bowl with two incised rings cut just below the rim before it was soldered to the cast handle.  The handle has a “fiddleback” end with an upturned tip.