Pair of candlesticks
In Batavia, Dutch silversmiths worked alongside Chinese, Indian and local craftsmen. These candlesticks bear the hallmarks of Batavia and the marks of a master IVC, possibly Jan van Cloon. His candlesticks have no Asian features and closely follow European models.
before 1730
Silver (metal)
22.0 x 14.5 cm
BK-1959-17-B
Image and text courtesy of Rijksmuseum, 2019
Where you'll find this
Rijksmuseum
Permanent collection
