Coffee urn 1733

This silver coffee urn, crafted by Dutch silversmith Tijmon Suyk in 1733, is an exquisite example of Rococo style. The urn's ornate design, with its intricate floral motifs and scrolling patterns, is typical of the period. It features three spouts for dispensing coffee and a lid adorned with delicate embellishments. The urn is currently housed in the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York City. The intricate craftsmanship and elegant form of this coffee urn demonstrate the high level of artistry prevalent in 18th-century Dutch silver.