A spoon For the first tooth : a family heirloom from the first days

A spoon "For the first tooth": a family heirloom from the first days

The custom of giving a baby a silver or gold spoon when the first tooth appears is one of the few ancient Russian traditions that have survived to this day. It is believed that if you hold a spoon over the first tooth that has erupted, then all the others will grow strong and healthy. Often this spoon becomes the first one with which the child begins to eat "with a spoon", joining the adult meal. From generation to generation, families pass on such elegant objects decorated with enamel and delicate patterns, preserving the warmth of childhood and the memory of their ancestors.

An ancient tradition

The decorative spoons from Vladimir Mikhailov's collection are shaped like traditional wooden products that have been used in Russia since ancient times. However, in the design of the handle and in the decor, the unique author's view of the master is manifested. Departing from the forms typical of folk crafts, the ornamental decoration of the handle and the relief of the spoon acquire aristocratic elegance and sophistication. The twisted stem, complemented by rounded "beads" and miniature balusters, can end with a flower, an angel's figure, or a prayer plaque.

Legacy as a gift

All spoons are made by hand, in the traditions of Novgorod fine plastic, made of silver or gold. Such a product becomes not just a memorable gift, but also a family heirloom – the baby's first jewel, which he will carry through his life, and then pass on to his children. This is a legacy that can not only be preserved, but also used every day, filling it with special meaning and warmth.