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What is Delft known for?
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Delft is known for its blue ceramic pottery called Delftware. Artisans in the Dutch city began producing the earthenware during the 16th century. In addition, Delft is the home of the 17th-century Dutch Baroque painter Johannes Vermeer. You'll find a range of Delftware on 1stDibs.
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Mid-Century Modern Delft Holland Brass and Ceramic Bud Vase
By Delft
Located in Charleston, SC
Delft Holland Brass and Ceramic Bud Vase
Hand Painted Delft ceramic vase— Brass neck and blue
Category
Mid-20th Century Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vases
Materials
Brass
18th Century Delft Dutch Faience Chinoiserie Floral Plate
By Delft
Located in Pearland, TX
A superb antique 18th Century Dutch Delft Chinoiserie faience flower pot plate. This lovely plate
Category
Antique 18th Century Dutch Chinoiserie Delft and Faience
Materials
Delft, Faience
18th Century Delft Dutch Faience Chinoiserie Floral Plate
By Delft
Located in Pearland, TX
A superb antique 18th-Century Dutch Delft Chinoiserie faience flower garden plate. This lovely
Category
Antique 18th Century Dutch Chinoiserie Delft and Faience
Materials
Delft, Faience
18th Century Delft Dutch Faience Chinoiserie Floral Plate
By Delft
Located in Pearland, TX
A beautiful antique 18th-Century Dutch Delft faience chinoiserie flower garden plate. This lovely
Category
Antique 18th Century Dutch Chinoiserie Delft and Faience
Materials
Delft, Faience
18th Century Delft Dutch Delftware Blue and White Cabinet Plate Collectors plate
By Royal Delft, AK Dutch Delftware, Delft
Located in Wommelgem, VAN
18th Century Dutch delftware cabinet or collectors plate.
Marked The gilt Flower Pot factory
Hand
Category
Antique 18th Century Dutch Neoclassical Delft and Faience
Materials
Earthenware, Delft
Vintage 925 Sterling Silver Delft Dutch Windmill Floral Brooch Pin
Located in Van Nuys, CA
This vintage brooch pin, crafted from 925 sterling silver, showcases a charming Delft Dutch
Category
Vintage 1970s European Art Deco Collectible Jewelry
Materials
Silver
$122 Sale Price
30% Off