Plate - Earthenware - Rare Dutch Delft Plate

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Florentin Brunz Gaborieau
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Selected by Florentin Brunz Gaborieau

Holds a master’s in Art History, specialising in Second French Empire and Dutch Golden Age.

Estimate  € 180 - € 210
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Description from the seller

Description
An 18th-century Delft earthenware plate with a unique and humorous design. The front is inscribed in blue with the phrase "See what is written behind this"; the reverse reads "Pray before you start eating."

A charming and witty example of antique Dutch Delftware, combining folk humor with traditional craftsmanship.

Age
18th century, Delft, the Netherlands

Measurements
Diameter: 16 cm

Condition
The plate shows a few small chips and minor rim wear, consistent with its age. No cracks or hairlines. Overall in neat and stable condition.

Description
An 18th-century Delft earthenware plate with a unique and humorous design. The front is inscribed in blue with the phrase "See what is written behind this"; the reverse reads "Pray before you start eating."

A charming and witty example of antique Dutch Delftware, combining folk humor with traditional craftsmanship.

Age
18th century, Delft, the Netherlands

Measurements
Diameter: 16 cm

Condition
The plate shows a few small chips and minor rim wear, consistent with its age. No cracks or hairlines. Overall in neat and stable condition.

Details

Era
1400-1900
Weight
0 g
Title additional information
Rare Dutch Delft Plate
No. of items
1
Country of Origin
Netherlands
Material
Earthenware
Condition
Good condition - used with small signs of ageing
Height
0 cm
Width
0 cm
Diameter
0 cm
Depth
0 cm
Estimated period
1700-1750
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36
Objects sold
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