Norwegian Wedding Spoon Types
Norwegian Wedding Spoons, not all the same! A traditional Norwegian Wedding Spoon is used by the new couple to feed each other during the wedding feast to symbolize their commitment to care for each other. There are several types of wedding spoon. For simplicity of identification I have classified them into 6 types. Keep in mind that these types are not official, just my private means of identification. The photos of each type are at the end of the post. A Type 1 is the most recognizable type of Norwegian Wedding Spoon. It consists of two identical spoons connected by a wooden chain. The chain symbolizes the new bond between the bride and groom. I think! I don't believe that there is an actual universally accepted interpretation. Some people believe that the chain and both spoons are carved from a single, undivided piece of wood. As a carver I can attest to the fact that this would be a very, very difficult task due to the effort involved in keeping a piece of wood approximately 2...