The 1887 Hooikaas Silver Bureau: An Architectural Miniature in Repoussé feathers In this piece

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collage-like layering technique that suggests the use of gouache

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The 1887 Hooikaas Silver Bureau: An Architectural Miniature in Repoussé feathers In this piece2 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