Potpourri van zilver, bolvormig met uitgebogen rand en met opengewerkte deksel met knop in de vorm van een vruchtentak

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Art Historical Context

This exquisite silver potpourri jar crafted by Dutch silversmith Johannes Amen in 1775, exemplifies the refined artistry of 18th-century European metalwork. Standing at 9.5 cm high with a diameter of 105 cm and weighing around 161 grams, its spherical form features a gracefully flared rim and an intricately openworked lid crowned by a knop shaped like a fruit-laden branch. The design reflects the lingering Rococo influence, with its organic motifs evoking abundance and nature, transitioning toward Neoclassicism's elegance. Potpourri jars like this were cherished luxury items in affluent Dutch...