Haardplaat en vuurscherm op vuurplaat c. 1704 - 1734

"Haardplaat en vuurscherm op vuurplaat" (Fireplate and fire screen on fire plate), a silver fire screen crafted by Dutch silversmith Abraham van der Hoeff, is a fine example of 18th-century craftsmanship. The screen features a central decorative panel adorned with a floral motif in a vase, flanked by two cherubs. The intricate detailing and the delicate beadwork bordering the panel contribute to the overall elegance of this miniature piece. The fire screen, created sometime between 1704 and 1734, exemplifies the artistry and meticulous attention to detail prevalent in Dutch silversmithing during this era.