Rosewater ewer 1725 - 1735

Johann Erhard Heiglen's "Rosewater ewer" (1725-1735) is a stunning example of Rococo-style silverwork. The ewer, now in the Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York, is crafted from silver and features intricate, flowing ornamentation, including a graceful, feminine figure atop the handle. The piece is a testament to the craftsmanship of Heiglen, a prominent silversmith of the early 18th century. The detailed engraving, delicate curves, and overall elegant form are hallmarks of the Rococo aesthetic, which flourished throughout Europe during this period.