Teapot - .930 silver - Silver Trek Pot

This object is an antique Dutch silver teapot (trekpot) from the 18th century, executed in a richly decorated Dutch Rococo style.

Marks:
Keurkamer Friesland 18th century
Stadskeur Leeuwarden
Jaarletter E -1757
In lodewijk de XIV stijl

Such teapots are traditionally also known in the Netherlands as a trekpot. They were used to let a very strong tea base steep, which was then diluted in the cup with hot water from a larger water boiler.
Characteristics of the shown silverwork:
The pot has a pear-shaped or globular body with a waisted neck and stands on a subtle, curved foot.

Repoussé: The belly, shoulder and lid are masterfully decorated with raised-relief featuring rocaille curls, shell motifs, and volutes.

Details: The spout is nicely shaped, often ending in or adorned with the head of a mythological creature or bird. The handle has an elegant, C-shaped curl.

Lid knop & Chain: The loose or hinged lid is crowned with a figurative lid knop (often a miniature figure or lion). The spout and the lid are connected by a fine silver chain to prevent the lid from falling during pouring.

This type of silverware is typical of the high-quality silversmithing from Frisian and Dutch cities (such as Leeuwarden, Sneek, Groningen and Amsterdam) from the mid- to late 18th century.