Spoon
Datelate 19th century
MediumMt. sheep horn, mother of pearl
ClassificationsTools and Equipment
Credit LineGift of Mrs. Webb
Object number1936.56.4
DescriptionMountain sheep horn spoon with incised design and mother of pearl inlay. Handle is ridged at tip with several rows of horizontal stripes. Design on inner handle and bowl show two eyes and mouths with bared teeth-the Dogfish design. Design on back of spoon shows two eyes, nose and mouth with bared teeth as well as two hands or claws (the Dogfish design). Incised design lines are filled in with red pigment. Spoon has gentle overall curve. Handle narrows at tip.On View
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Philippines
late 19th century
Philippines