Fragment pijpenkop 1760 - 1790

This small, intricately carved clay pipe bowl, "Fragment pijpenkop," was created by Jan van Wouw sometime between 1760 and 1790. The bowl, measuring just 4.5 cm long and 2.3 cm wide, is adorned with a delicate floral design, highlighting the intricate details that were often found on Dutch tobacco pipes of this period. These pipes were not just utilitarian objects but also served as small works of art, reflecting the craftsmanship and artistic sensibilities of the time.