Vtg Norwegian Rosmaling Wooden Butter Paddle Scoop - Hand Painted - 1929

Vintage Handmade Norwegian Rosmaling Wooden Butter Paddle / Scoop with Incredible Family History

Beautiful dark oak / ash butter paddle / kitchen scoop with traditional Norwegian rosemaling - rose painting - folk art. Hand painted red flowers with white scrollwork and green leaves.

This is NOT a new craft store piece - it's a family heirloom piece:

Provenance - Original Handwritten Note Still Taped to Back:

Hand made of wood from Lyslo [Fairway?]

Belgrade, Minnesota

Family owned for more than 50 years - 1982

Mar 12, 1929 - Norma Lyslo Apr 3, 20 [trimmed]

Belgrade, MN is a historic Norwegian settlement. The Lyslo family name is Norwegian.

Details:

• Size: Approx. 12" long x 5.5" wide at scoop end x 4" wide at base edge (see ruler photos - you have photos showing 4-5" width)

• Material: Solid dark stained wood, grain visible, likely oak

• Finish: Hand painted rosemaling / tole painting - signed "FIO" or "F10" on front

• Features: Hanging hole drilled in handle top

• Back: Plain dark wood with original taped paper note (note has yellowing, tape discoloration - left intact)

• Use: Wall hanging, Norwegian / Scandinavian decor, kitchen display, butter paddle, flour scoop, rustic farmhouse

Condition Notes:

Please see all 9 photos. I include:

• Full front

• Close-ups of rosemaling flower, signature, and scrollwork

• Back plain wood

• Close-up of handwritten provenance note

• Edge wear, small split at bottom edge (common for age), patina on handle, dark water marks

• Ruler photos for scale - shows approx 4-5" wide

Good vintage condition for nearly 100 years old - paint still bright, wood solid. Great display piece.