Blue & White Royal Delft Plate - Wall plate - Delftware - Melbourne Race KLM De Uiver Douglas DC 2 - 1934
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Netherlands origin Delftware plate in blue and white, 18.4 cm in diameter and 2 cm deep, dating to 1930–1940, designed by Piet Senf for De Porceleyne Fles Royal Delft and depicting the London–Melbourne 1934 air race with the De Uiver DC-2, in as new unused condition with painters VA (Thomas van Arum) and AG (Andreas Petrus Guerrain) credited on the back.
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The tin glazed earthenware plate decorated in shades of blue with in the center the flying airplane PH - AJU, a Douglas DC 2, De Uiver, over the map from England untill Australia in the MacRobertson Londen - Melbourne air race from october 20th -24th. 1934.19.877 km in 90 hours & 17 minutes and the text:
Het “Safety First” der KLM - De Uiver Nooit vergat. Op hem nu gaat, Trots de Komeet elk Nederlander prat.( The Comet = the first arrival.) The rim with some floral swags and the text:
London - Melbourne Race October 1934
Designed by Piet Senf
Signed on the back in underglaze blue for:
De Porceleyne Fles - Royal Delft
Delft - Holland & Be = 1935
Two painters worked on this plate:
Painter’s initials: VA = Thomas van Arum
Employment dates: 31 March 1890 - 1945
& AG = Andreas Petrus Guerrain
Employment dates: 1887 - 1938
Literature:
Delftware - History of a national product De Porceleyne Fles Page 162 – 163
Diam.: 18,4 cm. (7,3 inches.)
Weight: 233 grams.
The photos are the part of the description.
Will be sent internationally with track and trace code.
Seller's Story
Welcome to Christy’s Design
At Christy’s Design, I specialise in exceptional design objects, rare collectible tableware and distinctive pieces from renowned European designers and brands.
My passion is discovering unique and sought-after items, including iconic designer collections, discontinued pieces and objects that are becoming increasingly difficult to find.
Each piece is selected with an appreciation for design, craftsmanship, quality and timeless elegance.
Through Christy’s Design, I aim to bring exceptional objects to collectors and design enthusiasts worldwide, giving beautiful and distinctive pieces the opportunity to be appreciated for generations to come.
Thank you for visiting Christy’s Design. Discover something special.
The tin glazed earthenware plate decorated in shades of blue with in the center the flying airplane PH - AJU, a Douglas DC 2, De Uiver, over the map from England untill Australia in the MacRobertson Londen - Melbourne air race from october 20th -24th. 1934.19.877 km in 90 hours & 17 minutes and the text:
Het “Safety First” der KLM - De Uiver Nooit vergat. Op hem nu gaat, Trots de Komeet elk Nederlander prat.( The Comet = the first arrival.) The rim with some floral swags and the text:
London - Melbourne Race October 1934
Designed by Piet Senf
Signed on the back in underglaze blue for:
De Porceleyne Fles - Royal Delft
Delft - Holland & Be = 1935
Two painters worked on this plate:
Painter’s initials: VA = Thomas van Arum
Employment dates: 31 March 1890 - 1945
& AG = Andreas Petrus Guerrain
Employment dates: 1887 - 1938
Literature:
Delftware - History of a national product De Porceleyne Fles Page 162 – 163
Diam.: 18,4 cm. (7,3 inches.)
Weight: 233 grams.
The photos are the part of the description.
Will be sent internationally with track and trace code.
Seller's Story
Welcome to Christy’s Design
At Christy’s Design, I specialise in exceptional design objects, rare collectible tableware and distinctive pieces from renowned European designers and brands.
My passion is discovering unique and sought-after items, including iconic designer collections, discontinued pieces and objects that are becoming increasingly difficult to find.
Each piece is selected with an appreciation for design, craftsmanship, quality and timeless elegance.
Through Christy’s Design, I aim to bring exceptional objects to collectors and design enthusiasts worldwide, giving beautiful and distinctive pieces the opportunity to be appreciated for generations to come.
Thank you for visiting Christy’s Design. Discover something special.
Details
Era
1900-2000
Title additional information
Melbourne Race KLM De Uiver Douglas DC 2 - 1934
Country of origin
Netherlands
Manufacturer/brand
Blue & White Royal Delft Plate
Material
Delftware
Condition
As new - unused
Height
18.4 cm
Width
18.4 cm
Depth
2 cm
Estimated period
1930-1940
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