Secrets of ancient Egyptian spoons

By Mohsen Sharawy

Ancient Egyptian spoons were not just tableware, it is a story of civilization, a journey through time that fascinates us with its arts and innovations. Since prehistoric times, ancient Egyptians were creative in designing their spoons from ivory and flint, and then developed their materials to include copper, bronze and gold. Her job was not limited to eating only, but was used as precise weights and scales to prepare kohl and mix cosmetics in perfect proportions, showing their interest in decorations, whether for women or men

The shapes and designs of spoons varied to embody scenes from daily life, we find spoons in the form of a peasant carrying food, a symbol of the effort expended in feeding the ancient Egyptian, and others in the form of a fish, animal or girl, loaded with symbols related to agriculture and the importance of crops in their lives

Their creativity did not stop there, but they used some spoons to prepare medicines, mummification materials, and mix herbs and oils, demonstrating their medical skills and interest in science

Each spoon is a story, the story of an ancient civilization that dazzles us with its beauty and innovation, and shows the ancient Egyptian’s interest in cleanliness, beauty and health