"Rare Arts & Crafts Art Nouveau Epsn Thistle Cutlery Set Of Six Spoons & Forks"
This style of cutlery is an example of the Arts & Crafts / Art Nouveau movements, specifically featuring a distinct thistle design at the terminal of the handles. The bowls of the spoons have a hammered finish, a common characteristic of the Arts & Crafts style, which emphasized handmade craftsmanship. Design Details - Style: The organic, flowing design points to the Art Nouveau period, which flourished across Europe and the United States around the turn of the 20th century.
- Motif: The prominent feature of the handles appears to be the thistle, the national emblem of Scotland, which was a popular motif for Scottish silversmiths during this time.
- Finish: The hand-hammered texture (planished finish) on the spoon bowls and parts of the handle is characteristic of the Arts & Crafts movement, which valued a hand-made appearance.
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