Royal Bonn • Franz Anton Mehlem - Wall plate - Vissers Thema 'Oost, west, thuis best' • gemerkt • Duitsland • ca. 1910–1920 - Earthenware
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Art Deco ceramic wall plaque for the Dutch market, ca. 1910–1920, by Royal Bonn (Franz Anton Mehlem), diameter 24 cm and height 3.5 cm, originating from the Netherlands.
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Proverb Board 'Oost, west, thuis best' • stamped 'Royal Bonn' • Germany • ca. 1910–1920
Proverb board made of earthenware for the Dutch market: a homecoming on the quay in brown and ochre stencil decoration, with yellow edge letters and a blue scroll motif. Stamped Royal Bonn, Bonn.
A Royal Bonn proverb board, made in Bonn around 1910 to 1920, with the proverb 'Oost west thuis best' in yellow letters with blue outlining. The mirror shows a homecoming on the quay, built up from stencil layers with soft transitions. The impressed mark on the bottom places the board at the German factory that supplied Dutch proverb boards.
At a glance:
Material: earthenware, stencil decoration in brown, ochre, blue and yellow
Dimensions: h 3 x diameter 24 cm
Weight: 480 grams
Mark: Royal Bonn, pressed round stamp on the bottom; green number 547
Dating: ca. 1910-1920
Provenance: from the collection of a Dutch ceramics collector
Description and context:
Round wall panel with a wide border field and a sunken mirror. A man steps from a boat onto the quay, arms outstretched toward a woman with a bonnet who is carrying a child. Behind them: a house, moorings and ships. At the bottom of the edge runs a blue and ochre scroll motif between green lines. Two hanging slots are in the foot ring.
Royal Bonn is the export trade mark of the Steingutfabrik Franz Anton Mehlem in Bonn, founded in 1836 or 1840 (sources vary). Villeroy & Boch took over the factory in 1920 and closed it in 1931.
Condition:
Good. Fine crazing across the entire glaze, typical for earthenware of this age. Mirror and edge: nicks and light wear from use. A small spot on the right edge near the letters. Brown discoloration on the left backside of the edge. No cracks, breaks or restorations observed. See the photos. Offered as a decorative wall panel, not intended for use with food.
In the interior:
Fits into a Dutch, retro or eclectic interior, on the wall of a kitchen or hall. The yellow edge letters with blue outlining are noticeable even from a distance.
Shipping:
Professionally packed in a sturdy box with cushioning material, for fragile objects a double box. Always insured with Track and Trace. See feedback from previous buyers.
Attribution and sources:
The maker is Royal Bonn (Franz Anton Mehlem) on the basis of the impressed round stamp; the text inside is not readable in the photos. The mark type corresponds to the round stamps on the Mehlem plates at De Lakenhal (inventory 8205). Those plates measure 22.3 cm, this board 24 cm. A documented example of this model has not been found. The Royal Bonn mark, according to sources, operated from 1890 to 1919 or 1920, which bounds the dating.
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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 TranslateProverb Board 'Oost, west, thuis best' • stamped 'Royal Bonn' • Germany • ca. 1910–1920
Proverb board made of earthenware for the Dutch market: a homecoming on the quay in brown and ochre stencil decoration, with yellow edge letters and a blue scroll motif. Stamped Royal Bonn, Bonn.
A Royal Bonn proverb board, made in Bonn around 1910 to 1920, with the proverb 'Oost west thuis best' in yellow letters with blue outlining. The mirror shows a homecoming on the quay, built up from stencil layers with soft transitions. The impressed mark on the bottom places the board at the German factory that supplied Dutch proverb boards.
At a glance:
Material: earthenware, stencil decoration in brown, ochre, blue and yellow
Dimensions: h 3 x diameter 24 cm
Weight: 480 grams
Mark: Royal Bonn, pressed round stamp on the bottom; green number 547
Dating: ca. 1910-1920
Provenance: from the collection of a Dutch ceramics collector
Description and context:
Round wall panel with a wide border field and a sunken mirror. A man steps from a boat onto the quay, arms outstretched toward a woman with a bonnet who is carrying a child. Behind them: a house, moorings and ships. At the bottom of the edge runs a blue and ochre scroll motif between green lines. Two hanging slots are in the foot ring.
Royal Bonn is the export trade mark of the Steingutfabrik Franz Anton Mehlem in Bonn, founded in 1836 or 1840 (sources vary). Villeroy & Boch took over the factory in 1920 and closed it in 1931.
Condition:
Good. Fine crazing across the entire glaze, typical for earthenware of this age. Mirror and edge: nicks and light wear from use. A small spot on the right edge near the letters. Brown discoloration on the left backside of the edge. No cracks, breaks or restorations observed. See the photos. Offered as a decorative wall panel, not intended for use with food.
In the interior:
Fits into a Dutch, retro or eclectic interior, on the wall of a kitchen or hall. The yellow edge letters with blue outlining are noticeable even from a distance.
Shipping:
Professionally packed in a sturdy box with cushioning material, for fragile objects a double box. Always insured with Track and Trace. See feedback from previous buyers.
Attribution and sources:
The maker is Royal Bonn (Franz Anton Mehlem) on the basis of the impressed round stamp; the text inside is not readable in the photos. The mark type corresponds to the round stamps on the Mehlem plates at De Lakenhal (inventory 8205). Those plates measure 22.3 cm, this board 24 cm. A documented example of this model has not been found. The Royal Bonn mark, according to sources, operated from 1890 to 1919 or 1920, which bounds the dating.
You can follow me above by bookmarking my page and clicking the heart to follow next to '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
Weight
390 g
Country of origin
Netherlands
Manufacturer/brand
Royal Bonn • Franz Anton Mehlem
Model
Vissers Thema 'Oost, west, thuis best' • gemerkt • Duitsland • ca. 1910–1920
Material
Earthenware
Style
Art Deco
Colour
Multicolour
Condition
Good condition - used with small signs of ageing
Height
3.5 cm
Width
22.5 cm
Diameter
22.5 cm
Depth
22.5 cm
Estimated period
1920-1930
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