Hand-Forged Spoon with Twisted Handle | Circa 2nd Century AD

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Front view and back view of single ancient bronze spoon showing twisted handle and shallow oval bowl.
360° rotation video of hand-forged bronze spoon with twisted handle, circa 2nd century AD
Hand-forged bronze spoon with twisted handle on white background, circa 2nd century AD
Slight left view of ancient bronze spoon with twisted stem and encrusted green patina.
Low left angle of Roman or Byzantine bronze spoon emphasizing bowl curvature, handle twist, and aged bronze sheen.
Left side profile of ancient bronze spoon highlighting elegant spiral handle design and encrusted surface texture.
Right side profile of ancient bronze spoon displaying corrosion and natural verdigris from age.
Forward-tilted view of ancient bronze spoon revealing curvature of handle and weathered metal finish.
Top-down view of ancient bronze spoon with narrow handle and circular bowl, aged bronze patina.
Overhead back view of ancient bronze spoon showing reverse side of bowl, twisted handle, and aged green patina from antiquity.
  • Front view and back view of single ancient bronze spoon showing twisted handle and shallow oval bowl.
  • 360° rotation video of hand-forged bronze spoon with twisted handle, circa 2nd century AD
  • Hand-forged bronze spoon with twisted handle on white background, circa 2nd century AD
  • Slight left view of ancient bronze spoon with twisted stem and encrusted green patina.
  • Low left angle of Roman or Byzantine bronze spoon emphasizing bowl curvature, handle twist, and aged bronze sheen.
  • Left side profile of ancient bronze spoon highlighting elegant spiral handle design and encrusted surface texture.
  • Right side profile of ancient bronze spoon displaying corrosion and natural verdigris from age.
  • Forward-tilted view of ancient bronze spoon revealing curvature of handle and weathered metal finish.
  • Top-down view of ancient bronze spoon with narrow handle and circular bowl, aged bronze patina.
  • Overhead back view of ancient bronze spoon showing reverse side of bowl, twisted handle, and aged green patina from antiquity.
Front view and back view of single ancient bronze spoon showing twisted handle and shallow oval bowl.
360° rotation video of hand-forged bronze spoon with twisted handle, circa 2nd century AD
Hand-forged bronze spoon with twisted handle on white background, circa 2nd century AD
Slight left view of ancient bronze spoon with twisted stem and encrusted green patina.
Low left angle of Roman or Byzantine bronze spoon emphasizing bowl curvature, handle twist, and aged bronze sheen.
Left side profile of ancient bronze spoon highlighting elegant spiral handle design and encrusted surface texture.
Right side profile of ancient bronze spoon displaying corrosion and natural verdigris from age.
Forward-tilted view of ancient bronze spoon revealing curvature of handle and weathered metal finish.
Top-down view of ancient bronze spoon with narrow handle and circular bowl, aged bronze patina.
Overhead back view of ancient bronze spoon showing reverse side of bowl, twisted handle, and aged green patina from antiquity.

Hand-Forged Spoon with Twisted Handle | Circa 2nd Century AD

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Historical Context & Origin

Region: Roman Empire (likely Mediterranean region)
Material: Cast bronze with natural patina
Period: Circa 2nd Century AD

Description
An authentic Ancient Roman bronze spoon, elegantly forged with a twisted handle and a gently rounded bowl. This finely crafted utensil reflects the daily life and refined dining practices of Roman households during the height of the Empire. Its hand-twisted stem and smooth bowl reveal the artisan skill and aesthetic sensibility typical of Roman bronze work.

Features

- Hand-forged bronze with spiral-twist handle

- Shallow oval bowl with smooth interior

- Natural dark green and brown patina from age

- Balanced proportions, refined yet practical

Cultural Significance
Such spoons were common in Roman domestic settings, used for meals, oils, or medicinal mixtures. They exemplify the Roman approach to craftsmanship—where functionality met beauty. Surviving examples are rare and offer a tactile connection to ancient daily life and hospitality traditions.

Condition
Excellent ancient condition with stable patina and light encrustation from burial. Minor surface wear consistent with age.

Dimensions
Length: 5.5 in
Width: 1.25 in

Age
Circa 2nd Century AD

Learn More

For further insight into Roman craftsmanship and dining culture, explore:

Design, Function and Use-Wear in Spoons — Journal of Roman Archaeology
A scholarly study on Roman spoons, their design, and role in everyday life.

The Roman Banquet — The Metropolitan Museum of Art
A look at Roman dining rituals and utensils that reveal the artistry behind objects like this bronze spoon.

Descripción

Historical Context & Origin

Region: Roman Empire (likely Mediterranean region)
Material: Cast bronze with natural patina
Period: Circa 2nd Century AD

Description
An authentic Ancient Roman bronze spoon, elegantly forged with a twisted handle and a gently rounded bowl. This finely crafted utensil reflects the daily life and refined dining practices of Roman households during the height of the Empire. Its hand-twisted stem and smooth bowl reveal the artisan skill and aesthetic sensibility typical of Roman bronze work.

Features

- Hand-forged bronze with spiral-twist handle

- Shallow oval bowl with smooth interior

- Natural dark green and brown patina from age

- Balanced proportions, refined yet practical

Cultural Significance
Such spoons were common in Roman domestic settings, used for meals, oils, or medicinal mixtures. They exemplify the Roman approach to craftsmanship—where functionality met beauty. Surviving examples are rare and offer a tactile connection to ancient daily life and hospitality traditions.

Condition
Excellent ancient condition with stable patina and light encrustation from burial. Minor surface wear consistent with age.

Dimensions
Length: 5.5 in
Width: 1.25 in

Age
Circa 2nd Century AD

Learn More

For further insight into Roman craftsmanship and dining culture, explore:

Design, Function and Use-Wear in Spoons — Journal of Roman Archaeology
A scholarly study on Roman spoons, their design, and role in everyday life.

The Roman Banquet — The Metropolitan Museum of Art
A look at Roman dining rituals and utensils that reveal the artistry behind objects like this bronze spoon.

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