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Paddington Bear Child's Spoon, Ceramic
Contemporary — c. 2000s
- Material
- Ceramic
- Use
- Baby / christening
- Century
- 21st century CE
- Size
- Average
- Provenance
- Owner's collection
Dimensions1 measurement
- Overall length
- 16 cm
Catalogue Note
A charming ceramic spoon with a shallow, rounded bowl decorated with an image of Paddington Bear in his signature blue duffle coat and red hat. The handle bears a repeating pattern in pale blue and red tones, with maker's marks visible along the shaft. The glaze is smooth and glossy throughout. Designed for a child's use, with appropriately scaled proportions and gentle ergonomics.
Spoon Lore
Ceramic children's spoons enjoyed particular popularity in Britain during the 20th century, often featuring beloved literary characters; Paddington Bear, created by Michael Bond in 1958, has graced countless pieces of nursery tableware since the character's debut.
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From the collection of
Alexander Cameron Feinstein