The 1887 Hooikaas Silver Bureau: An Architectural Miniature in Repoussé life size The piece is lavishly embellished

The piece is lavishly embellished with hand-sewn faux pearls trailing along embroidered swells

the glowing remains of a fire

and a captivating column capital design highlight the artistry of the ormolu application

Beautiful curved cabriole legs ending in ball and claw feet

Unknown artist

The 1887 Hooikaas Silver Bureau: An Architectural Miniature in Repoussé life size The piece is lavishly embellished2 1 2W x 4H x 1 1 2D This exceptional 1887 Dutch silver miniature bureau is a masterwork of architectural "toy" silver from the celebrated workshop of Herbert Hooikaas in Schoonhoven. Bearing the verified "C" date letter and the Hooikaas maker's mark, the piece is enveloped in a dense narrative of repouss and ajour artistry, translating the grandeur of 17th century Dutch cabinetry into a delicate, functional sculpture. The upper cabinet features dual