Vintage Hand Carved Wooden Spoon | Hooked Handle Rice Paddle Utensil 10"

Unique Vintage Hand-Carved Wooden Serving Spoon with Hooked Handle This is a wonderful piece of functional treenware (small wooden domestic objects) featuring a distinct primitive design. The wide, shallow bowl is ideal for serving soft foods, such as rice or mashed vegetables, while the straight, thick handle ends in a deliberate hooked cut-out. This hook is a clever feature designed to let the utensil rest securely on the rim of a pot or be easily hung from a utensil rack. The dark wood tone and rustic finish suggest this piece is vintage, possibly hand-carved. Key Features and Details: Material: Hardwood with a dark stain or oil finish (may be walnut or oak). Design: Wide, shallow, rounded bowl (often called a rice paddle or risotto spoon) with an angled, thick handle. Special Feature: The hooked end of the handle is a signature utility feature for hands-free resting on cookware. Style: Primitive, Rustic Farmhouse, Hand-Carved, Vintage Treenware. Functionality: Ideal for: Serving: Rice, risotto, mashed potatoes, or stir-fries. Cooking: Stirring in deep pots where the hook prevents slipping. Approximate Dimensions: Approx. 10 inches in length. Condition: The spoon is in good, used vintage condition. It shows signs of wear, surface scratches, and a rich patina consistent with genuine use in a kitchen. The wood is thick and sturdy. Please review all photos thoroughly. Wooden Rice Paddle, Hand Carved Spoon, Rustic Kitchen Utensil, Hooked Handle Spoon, Vintage Treenware