Jan de Graaf - Candleholder Hand-turned espresso-brown glaze • well signed • Netherlands • circa 1970–1980 - Earthenware
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Jan de Graaf hand-thrown earthenware candle holder in espresso brown glaze with rust-brown speckles, signed in the clay, Netherlands, ca. 1970–1980; height 12.5 cm, diameter 8.5 cm, weight 480 g, good condition.
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Jan de Graaf - Candlestick - Hand-turned espresso-brown glaze • well-signed • Netherlands • ca. 1970–1980 - Earthenware
Hand-turned candlestick by Jan de Graaf in espresso-brown glaze with rusty brown speckles, well-signed in the clay. A wide candle dish extends like a plate from the narrow neck; the bell-shaped body bears the lathe ribs. The type originates from the seventies, when brown hand-turned pottery was in high demand. Very tactile: the hand follows the ribs.
Description:
A narrow neck for a slim candle, below it a drip dish with a raised edge and a bell-shaped body on a straight, unglazed foot ring. The turning ribs have been left visible and catch the light in the metallic glaze. Rust-brown spots break through the dark glaze, especially on the ribs and along the dish rim. The underside is rough and dark, with the signature in flowing handwriting.
About the maker:
Jan de Graaf (Heerde, 1948) was self-taught. He learned from Frans Slot, with whom he studied from 1968 to 1970 and whose lessons he later took over. After his military service he started a pottery in Heerde, later in Elburg and Dronten. As a fast thrower, he and his wife Hennie tapped into the demand for brown, coarsely ribbed workmanship.
In the interior:
Fits in a vintage, country or Japandi interior, on a wooden table or sideboard. With a candle in the neck, the dark glaze provides a warm accent.
Condition:
Good. Edge, dish, neck, body and foot: no flakes, hairline cracks or restorations observed. The glaze is matte to softly glossy; the rust spots and ribs are production-specific. Underside: unglazed, with light dust remnants. See the images. Offered as a decorative object, not intended for use with food.
In one glance:
Material: earthenware, wheel-thrown, espresso-brown glaze
Dimensions and weight: h 12.5 x diameter 8.5 cm, 480 g
Brand: 'Jan de Graaf' scratched in the underside clay
Dating: ca. 1970–1980
Provenance: from a collection of Dutch ceramics
Description and sources:
Marked Jan de Graaf: the name is in the clay and corresponds to the signature photo from Capriolus. The dating follows the brown handcraft from the seventies and his early period as a potter around 1970. Source: Capriolus Contemporary Ceramics.
Shipping:
Professionally packed in a sturdy box with cushioning material, for fragile objects a double box. Always insured, shipped with Track and Trace. See the feedback from previous buyers.
You can follow me above by bookmarking my page and clicking the heart to follow beside 'DECADERS Gallery'.
Seller's Story
Decaders Gallery
Region Eindhoven, Netherlands
Our passion lies in 20th-century applied art and design, with a particular focus on the periods Art Nouveau, Art Deco and Mid-Century Modern. But styles from the sixties, seventies, and later also capture our attention. Each decade has made a unique contribution to the art world, which perfectly reflects our name – Decaders Gallery.
Thanks to our love for art and design, we present new, exceptional decorative objects weekly. In addition, we have a broad interest in Asian art, antiques, and collectibles.
Our scavenges across Europe have led to a valuable network of like-minded enthusiasts who help us track down unique finds. This network has paid off: we are proud to have supplied artworks to renowned museums, including:
Museums & collections
Netherlands:
• CODA Museum, Apeldoorn
• Drents Museum, Assen
• National Textile Museum, Tilburg
• National Glass Museum, Leerdam
• Museum 'Amsterdam School' ('t Schip), Amsterdam
• PSV Football Museum, Eindhoven
• National War Museum, Overloon
Belgium:
• Musée de la Famenne, Marche-en-Famenne
• Museum of Natural Sciences, Belgium
Spain:
• Maritime Museum, Barcelona
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We warmly invite you to visit our auctions with surprising artworks and to follow us on Instagram. Discover your favorite decade at Decaders Gallery!
Marc van der Heijden
Decaders Gallery, Netherlands.
Translated by Google TranslateJan de Graaf - Candlestick - Hand-turned espresso-brown glaze • well-signed • Netherlands • ca. 1970–1980 - Earthenware
Hand-turned candlestick by Jan de Graaf in espresso-brown glaze with rusty brown speckles, well-signed in the clay. A wide candle dish extends like a plate from the narrow neck; the bell-shaped body bears the lathe ribs. The type originates from the seventies, when brown hand-turned pottery was in high demand. Very tactile: the hand follows the ribs.
Description:
A narrow neck for a slim candle, below it a drip dish with a raised edge and a bell-shaped body on a straight, unglazed foot ring. The turning ribs have been left visible and catch the light in the metallic glaze. Rust-brown spots break through the dark glaze, especially on the ribs and along the dish rim. The underside is rough and dark, with the signature in flowing handwriting.
About the maker:
Jan de Graaf (Heerde, 1948) was self-taught. He learned from Frans Slot, with whom he studied from 1968 to 1970 and whose lessons he later took over. After his military service he started a pottery in Heerde, later in Elburg and Dronten. As a fast thrower, he and his wife Hennie tapped into the demand for brown, coarsely ribbed workmanship.
In the interior:
Fits in a vintage, country or Japandi interior, on a wooden table or sideboard. With a candle in the neck, the dark glaze provides a warm accent.
Condition:
Good. Edge, dish, neck, body and foot: no flakes, hairline cracks or restorations observed. The glaze is matte to softly glossy; the rust spots and ribs are production-specific. Underside: unglazed, with light dust remnants. See the images. Offered as a decorative object, not intended for use with food.
In one glance:
Material: earthenware, wheel-thrown, espresso-brown glaze
Dimensions and weight: h 12.5 x diameter 8.5 cm, 480 g
Brand: 'Jan de Graaf' scratched in the underside clay
Dating: ca. 1970–1980
Provenance: from a collection of Dutch ceramics
Description and sources:
Marked Jan de Graaf: the name is in the clay and corresponds to the signature photo from Capriolus. The dating follows the brown handcraft from the seventies and his early period as a potter around 1970. Source: Capriolus Contemporary Ceramics.
Shipping:
Professionally packed in a sturdy box with cushioning material, for fragile objects a double box. Always insured, shipped with Track and Trace. See the feedback from previous buyers.
You can follow me above by bookmarking my page and clicking the heart to follow beside 'DECADERS Gallery'.
Seller's Story
Decaders Gallery
Region Eindhoven, Netherlands
Our passion lies in 20th-century applied art and design, with a particular focus on the periods Art Nouveau, Art Deco and Mid-Century Modern. But styles from the sixties, seventies, and later also capture our attention. Each decade has made a unique contribution to the art world, which perfectly reflects our name – Decaders Gallery.
Thanks to our love for art and design, we present new, exceptional decorative objects weekly. In addition, we have a broad interest in Asian art, antiques, and collectibles.
Our scavenges across Europe have led to a valuable network of like-minded enthusiasts who help us track down unique finds. This network has paid off: we are proud to have supplied artworks to renowned museums, including:
Museums & collections
Netherlands:
• CODA Museum, Apeldoorn
• Drents Museum, Assen
• National Textile Museum, Tilburg
• National Glass Museum, Leerdam
• Museum 'Amsterdam School' ('t Schip), Amsterdam
• PSV Football Museum, Eindhoven
• National War Museum, Overloon
Belgium:
• Musée de la Famenne, Marche-en-Famenne
• Museum of Natural Sciences, Belgium
Spain:
• Maritime Museum, Barcelona
---
We warmly invite you to visit our auctions with surprising artworks and to follow us on Instagram. Discover your favorite decade at Decaders Gallery!
Marc van der Heijden
Decaders Gallery, Netherlands.
Translated by Google TranslateDetails
Era
1900-2000
Manufacturer/brand
Jan de Graaf
Weight
480 g
Number of objects
1
Country of origin
Netherlands
Material
Earthenware
Model
Hand-turned espresso-brown glaze • well signed • Netherlands • circa 1970–1980
Colour
Brown
Condition
Good condition - used with small signs of aging & blemishes
Height
12.5 cm
Width
8.5 cm
Depth
8.5 cm
Estimated period
1970-1980
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