Palmboom geschonken aan C.J.M. Nagtglas Possibly 1871 - 1878

This gold-plated bronze sculpture of a palm tree, created by an unknown artist sometime between 1871 and 1878, stands on a marble base. It was presented to C.J.M. Nagtglas, but the circumstances of the gift remain unknown. While the artist’s identity remains a mystery, the intricate details and the use of gold plating suggest a skilled craftsperson working in a style popular in the late 19th century. The small scale of the sculpture makes it a perfect example of "tabletop art" a popular genre in the late 19th century, which featured delicate and intricately crafted miniature objects.