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Here is a hand forged iron hearth ladle measuring approximately 15.5 inches long with a 4 inch diameter bowl. This primitive cooking tool was designed for open-hearth or campfire cooking, commonly used in the late 1800s and early 1900s. The ladle features a long forged handle with a hooked end so it could be hung on a fireplace rack, kettle hook, or cooking tripod. Features: • Hand forged iron construction • Primitive blacksmith craftsmanship • Deep 4" ladle bowl • Long 15.5" handle for cooking over fire • Hooked end for hanging These ladles were traditionally used to serve soup, stew, or broth from cast iron kettles over an open fire. Great for: • Primitive décor • Cabin or farmhouse display • Cast iron cookware collectors • Civil War / frontier reenactment • Campfire cooking setups Condition: Shows normal age and wear consistent with antique forged iron tools. Please review photos for condition. Measurements: Length: 15.5 inches Bowl diameter: approx. 4 inches