Superb Iroquois Ladle
18th century
Height 8 1/2” Width 5 1/2"
Provenance: Private collection California
This stunningly beautiful sculptural object is an eloquent example of an Iroquois ladle dating from the 18th century. This would have been used by a hi ranking individual, particularly during celebratory or ceremonial feasts. Made of maple with a gorgeous patina it was used in the consumption of meat stews and cornmeal mush. Rare!
18th century
Height 8 1/2” Width 5 1/2"
Provenance: Private collection California
This stunningly beautiful sculptural object is an eloquent example of an Iroquois ladle dating from the 18th century. This would have been used by a hi ranking individual, particularly during celebratory or ceremonial feasts. Made of maple with a gorgeous patina it was used in the consumption of meat stews and cornmeal mush. Rare!
18th century
Height 8 1/2” Width 5 1/2"
Provenance: Private collection California
This stunningly beautiful sculptural object is an eloquent example of an Iroquois ladle dating from the 18th century. This would have been used by a hi ranking individual, particularly during celebratory or ceremonial feasts. Made of maple with a gorgeous patina it was used in the consumption of meat stews and cornmeal mush. Rare!