Norwegian Hand-carved Wooden "Love Spoon" or Wedding Spoon whalers and also a lot of

and also a lot of fun to play

This pair I believe dates to the 1960s-70s

only visible when opened

and that there was at least one version of him that came with a little cub that he pushed along in front of him as he walked

and love the pairing of the blue and white with the dark wood

Norwegian Hand-carved Wooden "Love Spoon" or Wedding Spoon whalers and also a lot ofThe tradition of carved wooden "Love spoons" apparently dates to mid 1600s, when they were made by young men as gifts for the objects of their affection in hopes of beginning a courtship. Often incredibly ornate, with whimsy type elements showing the prowess of their makers, they came to be carved throughout Europe in a variety of styles. This one, which I'd guess dates to the 1960s or so, was made in Hus Flid Norway (the original sticker is still on