Elizabeth I silver gilt Apostle spoon, likely St. Thomas, London, 1592
Record status
Individual type · partial
Period
1592
This antique Apostle spoon dates to the Elizabethan era, specifically 1592, and was produced in London. Crafted from silver gilt, the spoon features a figural finial depicting an apostle, identified as likely being St.
Thomas. The construction follows the traditional form of the period, with a deep, rounded bowl and a straight stem leading to the sculpted finial. The object measures 18 cm in length and weighs 2.1 oz. The surface retains its gilded finish, although there is evidence of wear around the edges of the spoon and on the back of the bowl, and it is noted as possibly having been re-gilded at a later time. Additional minor surface nicks and scratches are present, consistent with the item's age.
The piece is attributed to the maker Patrick Brue, and the hallmarks remain clear. This collectible piece of silverware serves as an example of 16th-century English metalwork.
Evidence at a glance
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Physical characteristics
- Length
- 18 cm
- Weight
- 2.1 oz
- Material
- silver gilt
Technical characteristics
- Origin
- London
Design
- Finial
- Apostle figure, likely St. Thomas
Identification
- Source note
- Described from a single auction-house listing published on Invaluable (reproduced with Invaluable's permission). Details apply to that one example; other examples of the type may differ, and the listing is supplementary evidence, not authentication.
- Maker named in listing
- Patrick Brue
Catalogue references
No catalogue numbers recorded. Numbers are only published once transcribed from a verified edition of a standard catalogue — they are never inferred.