Ceremonial Salad Fork and Spoon
African Ceremonial Spoons Kuba People's 19-20th century Ceremonial spoons were a sign of wealth and power Made by artists specifically for kings or state officials
Art Nouveau Art Nouveau: a design style of late 19th century origin characterized especially by sinuous lines and foliate forms Alphonse Mucha, Spring
Examples of Art Nouveau Illustrations of deep-sea organisms by Ernst Heinrich Haeckel (1834–1919) Cutlery by Salvatore Dali Hanging cabinet, ca. 1890 Émile Gallé (French, 1846–1904) Architecture by Gaudi
Combining Elements Concept of a Ceremonial Spoon Used for special occasions or to show power/wealth What occasion would your salad utensils be used for?/How do your utensils show they are for someone of power? Inspired by Art Nouveau Organic, whiplash lines Animal or Vegetable Alive, dynamic