Ontwerp voor een zilveren suikerschaal 1874 - 1932

This is a sketch for a silver sugar bowl, made by Mathieu Lauweriks. The medium is pencil on paper, and of course the ultimate goal was to produce a luxury object in precious metal. Think about the cultural significance of this choice of material. Silver has long been associated with wealth and status. The making of such an object would have involved the skilled labor of silversmiths, who would have used techniques such as hammering, casting, and engraving to bring Lauweriks' design to life. The design itself is quite elegant, with flowing lines and a sense of balance. The bowl is raised on a pedestal, which adds to its sense of importance. While this drawing is just a plan on paper, it gives us insight into the world of luxury goods and the skilled craftsmanship that goes into making them. It bridges the gap between a simple sketch and the high-end social context it implies.