Gouda KLM Bols Zenith Jenever jug - 1940-1950
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A Gouda-made Bols Zenith KLM jenever jug from the Netherlands, dating to 1950, in excellent condition.
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Rare 1950 KLM Bols Gouda Zenith Jenever Jug – Predecessor to KLM Houses
A rare vintage Bols KLM jenever jug, made in Gouda, the Netherlands, in 1950 by the renowned Zenith pottery factory.
This small ceramic jug is considered an early predecessor of the famous KLM miniature houses. Later versions of these jenever bottles were used by KLM on board its flights and featured the KLM logo.
Year: 1950
Manufacturer: Zenith, Gouda, Netherlands
Brand: Bols – Erven Lucas Bols
Design: White Dutch canal house
Base marking: BOLS Zenith, Z.O. Genever
Original lid: Present
Height: approximately 11 cm
Width: approximately 7 cm
Original contents: Still filled
Seal: Original seal/top is still closed
Original stamp: Amsterdam – Erven Lucas Bols – 't Loostje - 1 January 1868
Excellent condition.
The jug is still filled and has its original sealed top and lid. There are no signs of age consistent with a vintage item.
Please look carefully at all photographs, as the photos form an integral part of the description and show the exact item you will receive.
Historical Background
The Bols KLM jug is regarded as a predecessor to the iconic KLM Delftware houses. These miniature jenever containers became associated with KLM's World Business Class service and have become highly sought-after pieces of airline memorabilia.
This 1950 Zenith example is especially interesting because of its early date, original Bols markings and traditional Dutch canal-house decoration.
About Zenith Gouda
The Zenith pottery factory was based in Gouda, the Netherlands, and operated from 1915 to 1984. Gouda has a long and important history of Dutch ceramic production.
About Bols
Bols, also known as Erven Lucas Bols, is one of the Netherlands' best-known historic spirits brands. The company traces its history back to 1575 and is famous for genever, gin and liqueurs.
A Wonderful Collector's Item
A beautiful and unusual piece of Dutch and KLM history, combining the heritage of Lucas Bols, Zenith Gouda pottery and KLM aviation.
An excellent addition to a collection of KLM memorabilia, airline collectibles, Dutch pottery, Bols advertising items or miniature jenever bottles.
The photos are the part of the description.
Will be well packaged and shipped internationally with track and trace.
Rare 1950 KLM Bols Gouda Zenith Jenever Jug – Predecessor to KLM Houses
A rare vintage Bols KLM jenever jug, made in Gouda, the Netherlands, in 1950 by the renowned Zenith pottery factory.
This small ceramic jug is considered an early predecessor of the famous KLM miniature houses. Later versions of these jenever bottles were used by KLM on board its flights and featured the KLM logo.
Year: 1950
Manufacturer: Zenith, Gouda, Netherlands
Brand: Bols – Erven Lucas Bols
Design: White Dutch canal house
Base marking: BOLS Zenith, Z.O. Genever
Original lid: Present
Height: approximately 11 cm
Width: approximately 7 cm
Original contents: Still filled
Seal: Original seal/top is still closed
Original stamp: Amsterdam – Erven Lucas Bols – 't Loostje - 1 January 1868
Excellent condition.
The jug is still filled and has its original sealed top and lid. There are no signs of age consistent with a vintage item.
Please look carefully at all photographs, as the photos form an integral part of the description and show the exact item you will receive.
Historical Background
The Bols KLM jug is regarded as a predecessor to the iconic KLM Delftware houses. These miniature jenever containers became associated with KLM's World Business Class service and have become highly sought-after pieces of airline memorabilia.
This 1950 Zenith example is especially interesting because of its early date, original Bols markings and traditional Dutch canal-house decoration.
About Zenith Gouda
The Zenith pottery factory was based in Gouda, the Netherlands, and operated from 1915 to 1984. Gouda has a long and important history of Dutch ceramic production.
About Bols
Bols, also known as Erven Lucas Bols, is one of the Netherlands' best-known historic spirits brands. The company traces its history back to 1575 and is famous for genever, gin and liqueurs.
A Wonderful Collector's Item
A beautiful and unusual piece of Dutch and KLM history, combining the heritage of Lucas Bols, Zenith Gouda pottery and KLM aviation.
An excellent addition to a collection of KLM memorabilia, airline collectibles, Dutch pottery, Bols advertising items or miniature jenever bottles.
The photos are the part of the description.
Will be well packaged and shipped internationally with track and trace.
Details
Material
Delftware
Type
KLM Bols Zenith Jenever jug
Manufacturer/brand
Gouda
Country of origin
Netherlands
Period
1940-1950
Height
11 cm
Width
6 cm
Depth
7.5 cm
Condition
Excellent condition: barely used with minimal signs of wear
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