Fragment pijpenkop 1600 - 1620

"Fragment pijpenkop" is a fragment of a clay pipe bowl, dating back to the early 17th century. The small, unattributed piece demonstrates the prevalence of smoking in the Netherlands during the Dutch Golden Age. The fragmented bowl, measuring only 3.2 cm in length, speaks to the commonplace nature of smoking in the period. The stark, white fragment showcases the simple craftsmanship that characterized clay pipe production of the time.