Antique sterling silver sugar spoon or shovel with figurative handle in the form of a bagpipe player. GERMAN, made Hanau, with English import marks. Made 19th century. Measures 5 5/8 inches long. Weighs 29.2 grams. Figural handled shovels were popular in Europe in previous centuries. This excellent example has a large, very solid bowl with beautiful curves and scalloped front. Very beautifully made by a craftsman who knew quality. The join of bowl to handle is in the form of upwards scrlling folliage and a cup-shaped base on which stands a musician, playing the bagpipes. A large tankard leans against one leg, horns point up and down. Great detail to clothes, hat, shoes with buckles and long locks. The back of the spoon is hallmarked with various Hanau and English marks:N; an erect lion; A maker''s mark BM. A trilobed plant; 925 and E. Very good condition. No damage/restoration. Status: For Sale Reference#: 4053 Condition: good Year: 1890 Title: ANTIQUE GERMAN ST SILVER SUGAR SPOON SHOVEL W MUSICIAN

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