Zilveren theeschepje, B.C. Verkerk, Amsterdam, 1850 sigarcutter and pieces with clear provenance

and pieces with clear provenance and signature are particularly sought after

He succeeded the famous Bossche silversmith Hendrikus Simon de Leeuw

This combination of maker and assayer confirms the authenticity and places the kiddush cup firmly within its historical context

Marked 925 for 1st grade silver and master mark +A

and maker's mark 'R' with a hammer

Zilveren theeschepje, B.C. Verkerk, Amsterdam, 1850 sigarcutter and pieces with clear provenanceAre you looking for a refined and richly decorated piece of Dutch silverwork from the mid 19th century? This beautiful antique silver tea caddy spoon stands out with its magnificent, detailed floral engravings on the handle and its elegantly curved bowl. The spoon was crafted in Amsterdam in 1850 and is in excellent condition. The maker of this tea caddy spoon is the Amsterdam silversmith Barend Christiaan Verkerk (active in the mid 19th century). His