Brandewijnkom

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zilver

Art Historical Context

### Brandewijnkom by Scholte Janssen (IIStep into the opulent world of 17th-century craftsmanship with *Brandewijnkom*, delicate silver bowl crafted by silmith Scholte Janssen (II) in 1667. Measuring just 8.1 cm high, 11.7 cm in diameter, and .7 cm wide, this compact piece—translating to "brandy bowl"—was designed for serving warmed brandy or punch, a popular social ritual in affluent Dutch households during the Golden AgeForged from fine silver, the bowl exemplifies the era's mastery of metalworking techniques, likely featuring hallmarks of chasing, engraving, or repoussé for both durability ...