Snuffer Stand 1702 - 1708

"Snuffer Stand" is a silver object made by Cornelius Kierstede in 1702 - 1708. The stand is comprised of three parts: a square box with a handle for holding a snuffer, a round ball with a decorative pattern and a square base. The entire object is ornamented with a series of engraved floral motifs and an engraved double-headed eagle, which is likely the coat of arms of the original owner. The stand is currently located in the Metropolitan Museum of Art.