Veer horend bij een inktstel met wapen Batavia 1725 - 1750

This quill pen, dating from 1725-1750, was likely used for writing, and is now part of the Rijksmuseum collection. The quill is crafted from a bird's feather, with a metal tip for writing, and is an essential tool for calligraphy and letter writing of the era. This object represents the practical art of writing and the importance of communication in the 18th century.