Square dish 1757 - 1758

Abraham Drentwett IV’s “Square dish” (1757-1758) is a simple yet elegant example of 18th-century Dutch silverwork. The dish, now housed in the Metropolitan Museum of Art, features a square shape with a slightly undulating rim, and bears a coat of arms in its center. Drentwett, a prominent silversmith, created this piece for a Dutch patron, reflecting the refined tastes and craftsmanship of the time. The dish’s clean lines and understated design epitomize the Rococo style, which favored delicate ornamentation and natural forms.