No. 104433817

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De Grieksche A. - Jan Teunis Dextra - Wall plate - Delftware - Equestrian Portrait
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De Grieksche A. - Jan Teunis Dextra - Wall plate - Delftware - Equestrian Portrait

NO RESERVE Large Dutch Delft Polychrome Charger – Attributed to De Grieksche A (Jan Teunis Dextra), Delft, circa 1750–1775 A fine and decorative 18th-century Dutch Delft polychrome charger, executed in tin-glazed earthenware and hand-painted with a central equestrian portrait depicting a nobleman or military officer in a blue costume with a yellow sash, mounted on a spirited grey horse within concentric cobalt-blue bands. The broad rim is decorated in the popular Hangertjes pattern, featuring alternating manganese-purple and bright yellow leaves, green berries, scrolling vines, and characteristic orange hatchings. This vibrant polychrome palette and border design are closely associated with Delft production of the mid-18th century and reflect the rich decorative tradition of Dutch faience. The reverse bears a painted blue monogram mark. While previously attributed to De Klaauw (“The Claw”) factory, specialist review suggests that the mark does not correspond to known De Klaauw factory marks. The monogram may instead relate to Jan Teunis Dextra, owner of the Delft pottery De Grieksche A, making this a more plausible attribution. As with many Delft wares of the period, a definitive factory attribution remains difficult and should be regarded as an informed attribution rather than a certainty. Chargers of this type were produced primarily as decorative wall pieces and remain highly sought after by collectors of Dutch Delftware and European faience. Origin: Delft, Netherlands Attributed factory: De Grieksche A (Jan Teunis Dextra) Date: Circa 1750–1775 Material: Tin-glazed earthenware (Delft faience) Decoration: Polychrome enamel painting in cobalt blue, manganese purple, yellow, green and orange Diameter: Approximately 38 cm Condition: Good antique condition with age-related glaze crazing, minor rim wear and small frits consistent with age; no major damage observed. An attractive and authentic example of 18th-century Dutch Delft pottery, combining a lively equestrian subject with a classic Hangertjes border in a large display format. The possible attribution to De Grieksche A adds further interest for collectors of Delft faience and Dutch ceramics. Description written by ChatGPT Similar items descriptions can be found here: https://www.1stdibs.com/furniture/dining-entertaining/centerpieces/antique-dutch-delft-manganese-polychrome-king-queen-netherlands-chargers-14/id-f_46203092/ https://www.1stdibs.com/es/muebles/art%C3%ADculos-de-cocina-cer%C3%A1mica-plata-y-vidrio/cer%C3%A1mica-de-delft-y-fayenza/pareja-de-cargadores-policromados-de-delft-del-siglo-xviii/id-f_48967312/

No. 104433817

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De Grieksche A. - Jan Teunis Dextra - Wall plate - Delftware - Equestrian Portrait

De Grieksche A. - Jan Teunis Dextra - Wall plate - Delftware - Equestrian Portrait

NO RESERVE

Large Dutch Delft Polychrome Charger – Attributed to De Grieksche A (Jan Teunis Dextra), Delft, circa 1750–1775

A fine and decorative 18th-century Dutch Delft polychrome charger, executed in tin-glazed earthenware and hand-painted with a central equestrian portrait depicting a nobleman or military officer in a blue costume with a yellow sash, mounted on a spirited grey horse within concentric cobalt-blue bands.

The broad rim is decorated in the popular Hangertjes pattern, featuring alternating manganese-purple and bright yellow leaves, green berries, scrolling vines, and characteristic orange hatchings. This vibrant polychrome palette and border design are closely associated with Delft production of the mid-18th century and reflect the rich decorative tradition of Dutch faience.

The reverse bears a painted blue monogram mark. While previously attributed to De Klaauw (“The Claw”) factory, specialist review suggests that the mark does not correspond to known De Klaauw factory marks. The monogram may instead relate to Jan Teunis Dextra, owner of the Delft pottery De Grieksche A, making this a more plausible attribution. As with many Delft wares of the period, a definitive factory attribution remains difficult and should be regarded as an informed attribution rather than a certainty.

Chargers of this type were produced primarily as decorative wall pieces and remain highly sought after by collectors of Dutch Delftware and European faience.

Origin: Delft, Netherlands

Attributed factory: De Grieksche A (Jan Teunis Dextra)

Date: Circa 1750–1775

Material: Tin-glazed earthenware (Delft faience)

Decoration: Polychrome enamel painting in cobalt blue, manganese purple, yellow, green and orange

Diameter: Approximately 38 cm

Condition: Good antique condition with age-related glaze crazing, minor rim wear and small frits consistent with age; no major damage observed.

An attractive and authentic example of 18th-century Dutch Delft pottery, combining a lively equestrian subject with a classic Hangertjes border in a large display format. The possible attribution to De Grieksche A adds further interest for collectors of Delft faience and Dutch ceramics.


Description written by ChatGPT

Similar items descriptions can be found here:

https://www.1stdibs.com/furniture/dining-entertaining/centerpieces/antique-dutch-delft-manganese-polychrome-king-queen-netherlands-chargers-14/id-f_46203092/

https://www.1stdibs.com/es/muebles/art%C3%ADculos-de-cocina-cer%C3%A1mica-plata-y-vidrio/cer%C3%A1mica-de-delft-y-fayenza/pareja-de-cargadores-policromados-de-delft-del-siglo-xviii/id-f_48967312/

Final bid
€ 80
No reserve price
Florentin Brunz Gaborieau
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Estimate  € 150 - € 220

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