Tinnen bord met een weinig gewelfde bodem, een smal boord met een opstaand profieltje en een sierrand by Aelbert (AC) Claesz

Tinnen bord met een weinig gewelfde bodem, een smal boord met een opstaand profieltje en een sierrand c. 1590 - 1596

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metal, photography

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metal

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photography

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ceramic

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product photography

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northern-renaissance

Dimensions height 3.4 cm, diameter 22.6 cm

This pewter plate was crafted by Aelbert Claesz. The plate's circular form, with its subtly curved base and slender rim, immediately draws the eye. The raised profile and decorative edge add a touch of elegance to its otherwise simple structure. The monochromatic palette of the plate underscores its material essence. The smooth, metallic sheen catches the light, creating subtle variations in tone that emphasize the object's form. This careful manipulation of light and shadow is a key aspect of its visual appeal. Considered from a structuralist perspective, the plate is more than just a utilitarian object, it functions as a signifier of domesticity, simplicity, and perhaps even humility. Its unadorned surface invites us to reflect on the everyday rituals of life and the beauty that can be found in the mundane. The form and material suggest a connection to broader cultural values, and the ways in which objects mediate our relationship with the world.

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