Fragment van een blaasbalg c. 1590 - 1596

"Fragment van een blaasbalg" is a small, rusted, and fragmented piece of a bellows, a device used to generate air for fires and furnaces. Dating back to the late 16th century, it is a rare artifact that provides insights into the everyday tools and technologies of the past. Crafted from metal and wood, the object demonstrates the ingenuity and craftsmanship of an anonymous artist. This fragment, currently housed at the Rijksmuseum, is a testament to the enduring impact of practical objects on human history.