Antique figurative wooden spoon, created by a member of the Ifugao tribe from northern Luzon, Philippines. 

Carved from a single piece of native timber, its handle is shaped into a figure known as a bin-nullol, or household guardian, meant to usher in a good rice harvest. 

Dates to late 19th century or early 20th century

Measures approx. 9.5”

Signs of accumulated wear as shown. (See pics)