Brazier

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Brazier

1694-1699

Johannis Nys (American, 1671–1734)

Johannis Nys, one of the earliest Huguenot (French Protestant) silversmiths working in Philadelphia, made these ornate braziers by using traditional Dutch and French cutwork motifs. Such refined silver serving pieces, fashioned after the latest European and English designs, were accessible to only the wealthiest patrons of Philadelphia.

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Object Details

Title:

Brazier

Date:

1694-1699

Artist:

Johannis Nys (American, 1671–1734)

Medium:

Silver; wood handle

Dimensions:

3 1/4 x 13 1/4 x 6 inches (8.3 x 33.7 x 15.2 cm) Weight (actual): 13 ounces Weight (inscribed): 12 ounces 2 dwt

Classification:

Tools/Equipment

Credit Line:

Gift of Mr. and Mrs. Elliston P. Morris, 1967

Accession Number:

1967-209-1

Geography:

Made in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States, North and Central America

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