Silver asparagus server, J. Boon, Schoonhoven, 1904

Silver asparagus server made by the renowned silversmith Jan Boon from Schoonhoven, who was active between 1893 and 1925.

This type of large serving utensil from the early 20th century is a beautiful example of artisanal silver from the Dutch Silver City Schoonhoven. The hallmark was used between 1858 and 1924.

The scoop is specially designed for elegantly serving hot asparagus, with the cooking liquid draining directly through the openwork (pierced) bowl. The bowl is beautifully openworked with a refined floral motif of leaves and elegant curls. This craftsmanship transformed functional tableware into true works of art at the time.

The scoop is hallmarked with master's mark AK 47, second grade hallmark, Minerva's head, and year letter U for 1904.

The asymmetrical leaf shapes, elegant curls (volutes), and the opulent, openwork plant decor in the bowl fall under Neo-Rococo. This style is characterized by flowing, natural, and romantic ornaments.

In good condition.

Weight: 117.3 grams. Length: 26.5 cm.