Fragmenten van pijpenkoppen en pijpenstelen uit het wrak van de Oost-Indiëvaarder 't Vliegend Hart Possibly 1700 - 1735

This collection of fragmented pipe stems and bowls, attributed to the artist WS, is a poignant reminder of the Dutch East India Company's maritime history. Dating back to 1700-1735, these remnants belonged to the "Vliegend Hart", an East Indiaman ship that likely met a tragic fate. The weathered fragments, meticulously preserved, provide a tangible connection to the lives of the sailors who used them, offering a glimpse into the daily routines aboard these long-distance voyages. These small fragments, despite their lack of visual grandeur, hold significant historical and cultural value, serving as a testament to the vast reach and the eventual demise of Dutch colonial ambitions.