The word “ladle” appears in literature with a range of functions—from the mundane tool of nourishment to an evocative symbol in allegory and stagecraft. In some texts, such as in Marlowe’s The Jew of Malta ([1], [2]), the ladle emerges in moralistic and ironic discourse, where its mention is almost paradoxical and laden with proverb-like significance. In other works, such as Chekhov’s stories ([3], [4]) and Katherine Mansfield’s narrative ([5]), the ladle is employed literally—as an instrument in the act of serving—as well as metaphorically to create vivid, dynamic images. Even within the realm of folklore and ritual, as seen in texts by Frazer ([6], [7], [8]), Hardy ([9]), and Sikes ([10]), the ladle can signify communal traditions or be repurposed symbolically to denote transformation and continuity. Goethe’s Faust ([11]) further elevates the ladle, imbuing it with almost magical agency. Thus, across these examples, the ladle serves not only as a practical implement but also as a versatile literary device, bridging the gap between everyday life and the symbolic language of literature.