Spalted Maple Cooking Spoon with Geometric Leaf Kolrosing

Carved from a storm-fallen 56-year-old maple limb gathered in Needham, this 12" cooking spoon carries striking natural contrasts. The bowl shows dramatic spalting, with rich browns feathering into pale sapwood, creating a landscape of color that’s entirely unique to this piece of wood. The flat-tipped bowl and gentle sweep through the neck make it a versatile tool—perfect for scraping, sautéing, stirring, or serving.

Along the handle runs a geometric leaf kolrosing pattern, each line incised by hand and burnished with cinnamon to add subtle warmth and depth. The pale maple and the fine, repeating geometry give the handle a clean, almost woven look. Finished by hand—carved, burnished with a river rock, and oiled—the surface is smooth, durable, and inviting to use.

A refined, expressive piece of the Signature Series, where natural character meets thoughtful detail.

Details

• Species: Spalted Maple

• Source: Storm-fallen 56-year-old limb, local Needham neighborhood

• Finish: Hand-carved, burnished with a river rock, and oiled

• Adornment: Geometric leaf kolrosing pattern along the handle

• Dimensions: 12" length, flat-tipped bowl

• Use: Cooking, scraping the bottom of a pan, serving, or display

• Care: Hand-wash only; re-oil as needed