Royal Delft / De Porceleyne Fles – Hand-Painted Bols Amsterdam Liqueur Bottle with Original Stopper – ca. 1884–1916 A beautiful and highly decorative hand-painted Delft Blue ceramic liqueur bottle produced for Lucas Bols Amsterdam, one of the Netherlands’ most historic distilleries. This charming bottle features the classic blue-and-white Delft decoration, elegant calligraphy, floral motifs, and a finely painted maritime scene with sailing boats. The piece retains its original matching ceramic stopper with cork, a feature that greatly enhances its collectability and authenticity. The underside bears a hand-painted Delft factory mark and decoration number. Crafted in the traditional Delft style, this bottle combines historical significance with outstanding decorative appeal and is an attractive addition to any collection of Dutch ceramics, Royal Delft, advertising antiques, or Bols memorabilia. Details Manufacturer: Royal Delft / De Porceleyne Fles Made for: Lucas Bols Amsterdam Material: Hand-painted Delftware ceramic Decoration: Delft Blue on white ground Original stopper included Height: approx. 17 cm Weight: approx. 677 g Condition Very good antique condition with age-related wear consistent with its age. Minor glaze crazing (craquelure), light discoloration around the pouring area, and small signs of use. No visible major cracks or repairs. Please examine all photographs carefully, as they form an integral part of the description. A rare and attractive Delft Blue collector’s piece with excellent display value and strong appeal for collectors of Dutch ceramics and Bols advertising antiques.