Spoon Lore:
A silver necklace made from the Crowned Eagle of Lorraine pattern designed by André Kauffer of Nancy France in the 1890s. Set with pink Tourmaline stone, and signed with the Lady Forge mark.
A celebration of Lorraine cast in silver. Crafted around 1900 by celebrated Nancy goldsmith André Kauffer, these vermeil (.800 silver with gilded bowls) spoons pay tribute to the rich heritage of northeastern France. Each finial represents a piece of Lorraine’s identity: the Cross of Lorraine, enduring symbol of the duchy; the crowned eagle of the Dukes of Lorraine; the twin barbel fish of the historic County of Bar; and the thistle, proud emblem of Kauffer’s hometown of Nancy. A fourth-generation master silversmith and founding member of the renowned École de Nancy, Kauffer was celebrated for blending exceptional craftsmanship with regional pride. More than elegant serving spoons, this remarkable set is a miniature heraldic history of Lorraine, preserved in silver for well over a century.
Necklace finished with your choice of 16 or 18 inch Italian sterling silver chain.
20 in chain upgrade available here.
24 inch chain upgrade available here.
30 inch chain upgrade available here.
Metal: 800 Silver
Oh, If Spoons Could Talk
I love spoon jewelry. And I love hunting for the most beautiful spoons to make it! Spoon jewelry is a little wearable piece of history allowing the story and beauty of the pattern to be displayed and treasured, rather than being forgotten in a drawer or melted down as many of these antique beauties are.
All the pieces I make are from the original antique spoons - none are copies or casts - and I make each by hand, giving care and though to how each pattern is best shaped and displayed.
Using the original sterling silverware means each piece is not only beautiful in design, but full of indications that it has lived life. Maybe a faded monogram or little wear spots - I enjoy thinking about the places they have been and who might have held them 100 years ago. Each piece is, therefore, truly unique. I have discovered more than one of some of these spoon patterns, so each piece will come with its own character and story, varying slightly on little wear spots and marks - There will not be two that are exactly the same!
I hope the piece you choose resonates with your own story and will be a piece you treasure for generations.
Spoon Lore:
A silver necklace made from the Crowned Eagle of Lorraine pattern designed by André Kauffer of Nancy France in the 1890s. Set with pink Tourmaline stone, and signed with the Lady Forge mark.
A celebration of Lorraine cast in silver. Crafted around 1900 by celebrated Nancy goldsmith André Kauffer, these vermeil (.800 silver with gilded bowls) spoons pay tribute to the rich heritage of northeastern France. Each finial represents a piece of Lorraine’s identity: the Cross of Lorraine, enduring symbol of the duchy; the crowned eagle of the Dukes of Lorraine; the twin barbel fish of the historic County of Bar; and the thistle, proud emblem of Kauffer’s hometown of Nancy. A fourth-generation master silversmith and founding member of the renowned École de Nancy, Kauffer was celebrated for blending exceptional craftsmanship with regional pride. More than elegant serving spoons, this remarkable set is a miniature heraldic history of Lorraine, preserved in silver for well over a century.
Necklace finished with your choice of 16 or 18 inch Italian sterling silver chain.
20 in chain upgrade available here.
24 inch chain upgrade available here.
30 inch chain upgrade available here.
Metal: 800 Silver
Oh, If Spoons Could Talk
I love spoon jewelry. And I love hunting for the most beautiful spoons to make it! Spoon jewelry is a little wearable piece of history allowing the story and beauty of the pattern to be displayed and treasured, rather than being forgotten in a drawer or melted down as many of these antique beauties are.
All the pieces I make are from the original antique spoons - none are copies or casts - and I make each by hand, giving care and though to how each pattern is best shaped and displayed.
Using the original sterling silverware means each piece is not only beautiful in design, but full of indications that it has lived life. Maybe a faded monogram or little wear spots - I enjoy thinking about the places they have been and who might have held them 100 years ago. Each piece is, therefore, truly unique. I have discovered more than one of some of these spoon patterns, so each piece will come with its own character and story, varying slightly on little wear spots and marks - There will not be two that are exactly the same!
I hope the piece you choose resonates with your own story and will be a piece you treasure for generations.
