Tabakspot met deksel van zilver, met hoge voet op blad van ebbenhout. Dekselknop in de vorm van vruchtenblad.

About this artwork

hoogte 15 cm x lengte 16 cm x breedte 13 cm x gewicht 596 gr

Art Historical Context

Behold the elegant *Tabakspot met deksel van zilver* (Silver-Lidded Tobacco Jar), crafted in 1842 by Dutch silversmiths J. Lang and C. Koops. Standing at 15 cm high, 16 cm long, and 13 cm wide, with a substantial 596 grams of silver, this lidded jar features a high foot mounted on a rich ebony base. The lid's knob, sculpted in the shape of a fruit leaf, adds a naturalistic flourish, blending functionality with subtle ornamentation. Dating to the mid-19th century, this piece reflects the height of Dutch silver craftsmanship during the Biedermeier era, a time when everyday luxury items like tob...