Bellow, 17th century
Nutwood bellow laid in with ivory and mother of pearl. Couple in love depicted in centre, encircled with guirlande and text "Niemant sonder vijant 1611", and 2 circles with various animals in delicately cut mother of pearl. Handle in sleek, angular shape with flower vase and 2 birds. With copper blowpipe, bulged with lacing. Back lined with velours and ivory suspension hook. L 65 cm.