Snuifdoos vervaardigd uit het hout van het schip van Van Speijk 1825 - 1831

This snuffbox, made of wood from Van Speijk's ship, presents a study in circular forms and material history. The smooth, worn texture of the wood speaks of time and use, while the box's cylindrical shape, softened by age, offers a tactile invitation. The composition is simple, yet profound. The circular lid, adorned with a dab of faded red paint and a central, possibly inlaid detail, sits atop the layered base. These concentric forms create a sense of depth, drawing the eye into the object's core. The layers forming the base are divided by subtle lines that define the edge. This technique not only accentuates the form, but also invites a meditation on the layers of history embedded within the object itself. The snuffbox serves as a material witness to the past, a container of stories, inviting us to contemplate the intersection of form, function, and historical memory.