Drinkbeker in de vorm van een schip op vier wielen, getuigd met mast en zeil, op de achterplecht vijf soldaten 1650 - 1700

Abraham Werner crafted this ornate drinking vessel in the form of a ship, complete with mast, sail, and even five soldiers on the deck. It stands 30 cm tall and 18 cm wide. This ship, adorned with delicate details, captures the contradictions of the age: exploration and conquest, artistry and militarism. It is both a celebration of naval power and an opulent display of wealth, reflecting the complex relationship between commerce and conflict. Imagine the hands that held this cup, toasting to victories or lamenting losses, embodying a mix of pride and perhaps, a touch of melancholy. This piece invites us to reflect on the legacy of exploration and the human stories intertwined within it. It reminds us that even the most beautiful objects can carry complex histories.