Techniki, formy i motywy zdobnicze starodawnych łyżek

Technology. Forms and Ornaments of Old Spoons

The paper presents the characteristics of old spoons in the context of changing artistic styles. lt also shows the technology involved in the process of their manufacturing in ateliers.  The text is illustrated with numerous examples showing both the specific beauty and technology by which it was obtained.  The important part of the paper are the photographs of 77 objects with detailed catalogue descriptions.  The reader will observe that spoons, apart from their usable functions, also serve as valuable pieces of art.