Jan van Leek (Leeuwarden ca. 1789) - Spoon - .833 silver
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An 18th‑century silver occasion spoon (.833 silver) by Jan van Leek of Leeuwarden (ca. 1789), with a central figure holding his left hand over the eyes and a heart‑shaped ornament and cherubs, the reverse bowl inscribed “Antje Jans is Geboren Den 20 November 1789,” dimensions 5 x 18 cm and weight 51.6 g, in good used condition with minor signs of age and small spots.
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Description: An 18th-century occasion spoon, with a figure in the middle of the stem, who holds his left hand above his eyes and appears to wear a heart-shaped ornament on his head, with cherubic figures, an oval cartouche and a crown. The reverse side of the bowl bears the inscription "Antje Jans is Geboren Den 20 November 1789."
Provenance: Leeuwarden, Netherlands
Silversmith: Jan van Leek (1768-1798). The master mark seems to be that of Johan Marcus Lentz, but he died in 1780 which does not match the inscription on the spoon. See the book "Merken van Friesche Goud- en Zilversmeden" by E. Voet jr. page 182, hallmarks 133a
Year: approx. 1789 (as seen in the inscription)
Hallmarks: master mark (IVL together)
Condition: in good condition with light signs of use (crack in the rim of the bowl)
Weight: 51.6 g
Fineness: 833/1000
Dimensions: 5 x 18 cm
*Photos are part of the description
Auction lot number: A-13062
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Seller's Story
Our family business has more than 40 years of experience in jewelry, diamonds, watches, silver, precious metals, coins, and banknotes.
Through our more than 150 Goudwisselkantoor offices, many fine objects are offered to us.
Because we are also active in Belgium and Germany as Goudwisselkantoor, Comptoir de l'Or and Goldwechselhaus, we continuously have a new and varied range of top objects.
We are a member of the following trade associations: 'The Antwerp Beurs for Diamond Trade & NVMH (Dutch Association of Coin Dealers)
View our current offerings on our suppliers page!
Translated by Google TranslateDescription: An 18th-century occasion spoon, with a figure in the middle of the stem, who holds his left hand above his eyes and appears to wear a heart-shaped ornament on his head, with cherubic figures, an oval cartouche and a crown. The reverse side of the bowl bears the inscription "Antje Jans is Geboren Den 20 November 1789."
Provenance: Leeuwarden, Netherlands
Silversmith: Jan van Leek (1768-1798). The master mark seems to be that of Johan Marcus Lentz, but he died in 1780 which does not match the inscription on the spoon. See the book "Merken van Friesche Goud- en Zilversmeden" by E. Voet jr. page 182, hallmarks 133a
Year: approx. 1789 (as seen in the inscription)
Hallmarks: master mark (IVL together)
Condition: in good condition with light signs of use (crack in the rim of the bowl)
Weight: 51.6 g
Fineness: 833/1000
Dimensions: 5 x 18 cm
*Photos are part of the description
Auction lot number: A-13062
All our items are sent by registered mail.
You can also pick up the lot at one of our more than 100 offices in the Netherlands, Belgium or Germany.
Please visit the website of Goudwisselkantoor (for NL and BE) Comptoir de l’Or (for BE) or Goldwechselhaus (for DE) for the nearest location.
Please indicate your preference to us via your Catawiki account..
Seller's Story
Our family business has more than 40 years of experience in jewelry, diamonds, watches, silver, precious metals, coins, and banknotes.
Through our more than 150 Goudwisselkantoor offices, many fine objects are offered to us.
Because we are also active in Belgium and Germany as Goudwisselkantoor, Comptoir de l'Or and Goldwechselhaus, we continuously have a new and varied range of top objects.
We are a member of the following trade associations: 'The Antwerp Beurs for Diamond Trade & NVMH (Dutch Association of Coin Dealers)
View our current offerings on our suppliers page!
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Era
1400-1900
Gross weight
51.6 g
Silver type
.833 silver
Specific region of origin
Leeuwarden
Number of objects
1
Country of origin
Netherlands
Material
Silver
Designer/artist/maker
Jan van Leek (Leeuwarden ca. 1789)
Condition
Good condition - used with small signs of aging & blemishes
Height
0 cm
Width
5 cm
Depth
18 cm
Estimated period
1750-1800
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