Spoon (one of a set) late 16th century Attributed to Antonio Gentili (Antonio da Faenza) Italian Designed to sit comfortably in the hand, the handles consist of ornamented bases supporting half figures of satyrs. Crisp details, such as the snakes that frame the spoons shell-shaped bowl, contribute to the utensils sculptural quality. The sets precious material and sophisticated decoration indicate that it was made for an affluent household. (See also companion fork and knife, and spoon, 47.52.1 and .2.). Spoon (one of a set). Italian, Rome. late 16th century. Silver. Metalwork-Silver
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