Fine Continental Silver Pierced Fruit Spoon – Harvest Scene, Likely Flemish or Dutch, c.1780–1820

Fine Continental Silver Pierced Fruit Spoon – Harvest Scene, Likely Flemish or Dutch, c.1780–1820 A finely cast and pierced continental silver fruit or compote serving spoon, almost certainly Flemish or Dutch in origin, dating from the late 18th to early 19th century. The deep relief-moulded bowl depicts a charming fruit-harvesting scene: four female figures gather fruit beneath a tree, with one climbing a ladder, another in the branches, and two collecting the harvest below. The pierced design allows juice to drain when serving soft fruit or compote. The handle is elaborately pierced with scrolling rococo motifs and features a standing winged female figure, possibly an allegory of Autumn or Abundance. Cast in two parts and joined at the neck, the piece is unmarked but confidently identified as solid silver, showing the tone, weight, and softness consistent with tested antique silver. Origin: Continental; likely Flemish or Dutch based on style and construction Date: Circa 1780–1820 Material: Solid silver (unmarked) Length: 21 cm Width of bowl: 8 cm Depth: approx. 2 cm Condition: Very good antique condition. Recently polished. Minor surface wear consistent with age. No damage or repairs.