Silver knitting needle holder, A. de Hoop, Amsterdam, ca. 1775

^18th Century silver knitting needle holder made by the silversmith Anthony de Hoop from Amsterdam. Active from 1767 to 1785.

He was known as a small worker, specializing in lead boxes and needle cases.

In a knitting needle holder the right working needle was inserted during knitting, so that the needle no longer had to be held. The knitting sheath was mainly used as a support when knitting stockings.

The knitting needle holder is constructed from a twisted shaft and is hallmarked with the city hallmark of Amsterdam and the master hallmark of Anthony de Hoop. (Woman with anchor representing de Hoop)

In beautiful condition.

Weight: 29.5 grams. Length: 16 cm.