These spoons each have their own purpose, yet function in a similar way. The handle of each is meant to be ergonomic and sturdy. Each handle is hot forged from brass using a swage die made by turning the master shape on a lathe and then hot forging it into two pieces of steel that serve at the die used under a power hammer. The spoon ends are meant to be functional as serving spoons yet elegant and curvy so that the owner can take pause and hopefully think about the object in front of them. Perhaps how it came to be? Or whose hands were involved in making it. These are the thoughts I often think about when collecting old enamelware for which these pieces are inspired by. The stainless steel neck and blade with enamel make the work strong and everlasting. This show has been a great opportunity to allow me to try new things such as the swage forged handles and enameling stainless steel.
Rachel Kedinger
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Serving Spoon
Enamel, stainless steel, forged brass
13” L x 2.75” W x 1.25” D
2024
Serving Strainer
Enamel, stainless steel, forged brass
12.5” L x 4” W x 1” D
2024
Serving Ladle
Enamel, stainless steel, forged brass
11" L x 3.5" W × 3" D
2024