A beautifully Handcarved Lovespoon Keepsake by Welsh Woodcarver Marianne Cain utilising quality solid hardwood sourced from the Wentwood Forest, Monmouthshire.
Perfect for that special occasion, this lovespoon is approximately 11 inches long. Celtic Knot design symbolizes unbreakable love. Personalisation available with initials and/or dates engraved on spoon - please message maker for details.
The custom of giving carved lovespoons as love tokens began in Wales in the 17th Century although ornamental carvings in many forms can be dated back to pre-Roman times.
The Welsh tradition sees a lovespoon being carved with various symbols which signify the meaning of the gift. The spoon could be as simple or as complex as the skills of the carver allowed and the symbols include the following:
Heart = Love
Bells = Wedding or Anniversary
Lock = Security
Cross = Faith
Twisted Stem = Growing Love
Anchor = Steadfastness
Please note that custom lovespoons can also be designed to reflect the interests of the intended recipient, e.g. containing musical symbols, a pet, etc - Simply message me with requirements and I will be happy to provide a quote.
Thanks
Marianne
