Wooden ladle associated with Niel Gow

This wooden ladle, with a hook for hanging, may have belonged to Niel Gow (1727-1807). Gow was a gifted fiddler who earned his living from music and did much to preserve and promote traditional Scottish music.

Wooden ladle with hook underneath, which belonged to Niel Gow

Gow's four sons - William, Andrew, John and Nathaniel - all became famous as musicians. In 1784, Gow published a 'Collection of Strathspey Reels' with his son Nathaniel.

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Online ID:	000-100-000-090-C
Image Rights Holder:	National Museums Scotland
Project:	0098: National Museums Scotland Project description \| View all records in project
Ref:	National Museums Scotland W.SFE 3
Date:	18th or early 19th century
Material:	Wood
Dimensions:	405 mm L; 132 mm Dia (bowl) x 60 mm H (bowl)
What:	Ladle
Subject:	The kitchen - ladles (NMAS Classification)
Who:	Niel Gow (Owner)
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