Luiermand met een voorstelling van musicerende putti 1660

This silver tray, crafted in 1660 by Dutch silversmith Gerloff Brouwer, features a central panel depicting a scene of putti, or chubby winged cherubs, playing music. The intricately embossed design extends to the tray's border and handles, showcasing Brouwer's mastery of repoussé, a metalworking technique that involves hammering from the back to create a raised image. This highly detailed and ornate piece is characteristic of the Baroque period's love for elaborate ornamentation. The playful scene of music-making putti suggests a celebration of joy and exuberance, a common theme in Baroque art.