Vintage African Wooden Spoon

Description

:: Vintage handmade African wooden spoon with tons of character and charm. Circa 1930s, believed to be from the Tuareg people in/around Niger. Please note this is an aged and lived with item, and as such it may have cracks, repairs, chips and/or imperfections. Kindly reference photographs for which of these may apply. Size measures: 2" x 7" x 3".

Condition:
Alterations: Original Condition Unaltered
Imperfections: Some Imperfections
Condition Notes: Please note this is an aged and lived with item, and as such it may have cracks, repairs, chips and/or imperfections. Kindly reference photographs for which of these may apply.

Dimensions:
Height: 7 in.
Width: 3 in.
Depth: 2 in.

Category: Home Accents
Origin: Niger
Materials: Wood

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Location: This item ships from Katonah, NY

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Condition

Original Condition Unaltered; Some Imperfections; Please note this is an aged and lived with item, and as such it may have cracks, repairs, chips and/or imperfections. Kindly reference photographs for which of these may apply.

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Vintage African Wooden Spoon

Lot 3580

Estimate $60-$180

Feb 8, 2026, 11:59 PM EST

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