Stefan was commissioned by the Sheffield Assay Office to make a piece of silverware. This commission was offered as part of the Starter Studio programme for emerging designer silversmiths, which is run by Yorkshire Art Space at Persistence Works, Sheffield. For more information about the programme please go to www.artspace.org.uk/programmes/starter-studios.

Stefan's fascination with spoons and interest in forging led him to design and make this sauce ladle. Aside from suggesting a fluidity of form, the design also has practical benefits. The self supporting form of the handle keeps the contents of the ladle bowl safely upright, thus negating the need for a separate vessel. The ladle bowl could be filled with raspberry coulis for drizzling on a dessert. Also, the sweep of the handle allows the ladle to be used in conjuction with a larger vessel, for soup or stew perhaps.

This ladle is on display in the reception of the  Millennium Gallery from 6th November 2009 until 16th May 2010. Afterwards it will remain in the collection of Museums Sheffield. Stefan intends to make one or two more pieces like this.