Tabakspot 1770

"Tabakspot" is a small, octagonal silver snuff box created by Frederik Sleuman in 1770. The box features a domed lid with a star-shaped finial and rests on four small feet. Snuff boxes were popular in the 18th century as a way to carry and consume snuff, a powdered tobacco that was inhaled through the nose. Sleuman's box is a fine example of Dutch silverwork from this period, showcasing the craftsmanship and artistry of the time. The box is small and intricate, demonstrating the meticulous attention to detail that characterized silverwork of the era.