Description:
Dutch Silver Brazier Stand, Amsterdam, date letter "K" probably for 1769-70, maker's mark "_S" possibly for Hendrik Swierink, lacking burner, with central circular stand for a burner on a square base with floral swags and scrolled feet, lg. 7 1/2 in., approx. 18.1 troy oz.
Estimate $400-600
Light surface wear, one corner with joint between base and foot with metal fatique and adjacent swag with break at joint.
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Keywords
Hendrik Swierink, AmsterdamStuart Slavid
Senior Vice President
Director of Fine Ceramics
Director of Fine Silver
Director of European Furniture & Decorative Arts
508-970-3203
Emily Stegner
Specialist, European Furniture & Decorative Arts
508-970-3203
Stephanie Opolski
Appraiser
508-970-3000
European Furniture & Decorative Arts
The European Furniture & Decorative Arts department curates auctions of English, French, German, Italian, Dutch, and Russian antiques, furniture, and decorative arts.