The antique soup ladle by Wilhelm August Rodeck, made in the vibrant city of Berlin during the early 19th century, is a masterpiece that epitomises the charm of bygone times in every detail. With an impressive length of 38 cm and a generous 11 cm diameter scoop, this work of art rises above mere practicality to become a symbol of elegance and refinement.
The spade handle, simple yet sublime, seems to carry time within it. The engraved, ligated monogram imbues it with a mysterious personality, as if it were a coded message from a distant era, accessible only to the initiated. This personalised engraving lends the ladle an intimate character, as if it once lay in the hands of an important personage whose fingers stroked the smooth surface of the silver as they dined at sumptuous tables. The condition of the ladle is astonishingly good, making it a desirable collector's item and enriching any table.
Marked with the Berlin official mark ‘K’ and the fine tremolier engraving, this ladle bears the traces of a masterful craft that was perfected in the renowned workshops of the Prussian capital. The master's mark of Wilhelm August Rodeck, a respected jeweller and silversmith, radiates authority and perfect craftsmanship. Rodeck, whose name was already associated with quality and artistic skill at the time, left a lasting legacy with this piece.
Dimensions & details
- Silver min 750/- (tested)
- Weight 253.04 g
- Length 38 cm
- Diameter of scoop 11 cm
