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Snuffer Stand

Cornelius Kierstede

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

The Snuffer Stand by Cornelius Kierstede: Silver snuffer stand with a square base with a lip around the edges, decorated with etchings on each side. The base supports a square plate with similar etchings. On top of the plate is a decorative ball with etchings. Above the ball is a square box with a handle on one side and etchings on the front. The box has a recessed top and a decorative band on the handle. The background is gray.

Artwork Details

Date
ca. 1705
Medium
Silver
Culture
American
Dimensions
507 × 624 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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