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Gouda Art Nouveau

Plateelbakkerij, Gouda Art Nouveau Ceramic Ewer, Zuid-Holland, Circa 1925
By Gouda Plateelbakkerij Zuid-Holland
Located in Chatham, ON
Plateelbakkerij- Antique Gouda Art Nouveau ceramic ewer - large size - matte finish glaze with hand
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Early 20th Century Dutch Art Nouveau Vases

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Ceramic

Art Nouveau Hand-Painted Ceramic Vase Signed Gouda
By Gouda Vase
Located in New York, NY
This highly unique Art Nouveau Hand-Painted Ceramic Vase Signed Gouda originates from the
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Vintage 1910s Dutch Art Nouveau Vases

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Ceramic

Gouda Dutch potiche Art Nouveau in porcelain circa 1900
By Gouda Vase
Located in Rio De Janeiro, RJ
Incredible potiche by Gouda Dutch porcelain Art Nouveau multicolor circa 1900
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Antique Early 1900s Dutch Art Nouveau Porcelain

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Porcelain

GOUDA dutch multicolor polychrome Art Nouveau porcelain vase circa 1900
By Gouda Vase
Located in Rio De Janeiro, RJ
Incredible GOUDA Regina Dutch multicolor Art Nouveau Ceramic vase circa 1900.
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Antique Early 1900s Dutch Art Nouveau Ceramics

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Ceramic

GOUDA Pikan dutch multicolor polychrome Art Nouveau porcelain vase circa 1900
By Gouda Vase
Located in Rio De Janeiro, RJ
Incredible GOUDA to Pikan dutch multicolor ceramic Art Nouveau vase circa 1900
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Antique Early 1900s Dutch Art Nouveau Porcelain

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Ceramic

GOUDA dutch multicolor polychrome Art Nouveau porcelain water set circa 1900
By Gouda Vase
Located in Rio De Janeiro, RJ
Incredible GOUDA dutch multicolor ceramic water set of a plate, jar and two glasses Art Nouveau
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Antique Early 1900s Dutch Art Nouveau Ceramics

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Ceramic

Large GOUDA dutch multicolor polychrome Art Nouveau porcelain vase circa 1900
By Gouda Vase
Located in Rio De Janeiro, RJ
Incredible big GOUDA porcelain dutch multicolor Art Nouveau vase circa 1900
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Antique Early 1900s Dutch Art Nouveau Vases

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Porcelain

GOUDA pair of vases in dutch porcelain multicolor Art Nouveau circa 1900
By Gouda Vase
Located in Rio De Janeiro, RJ
Incredible pair of vases Art Nouveau circa 1900 signed Gouda Holland for Kolat.
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Antique Early 1900s Dutch Art Nouveau Vases

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Porcelain

Arts & Crafts Gouda School Art Pottery Stylized Floral Soliflor Stem Vase Azurea
By Gouda Vase
Located in Bad Säckingen, DE
Antique Gouda Soliflor Stem Vase - Art Nouveau Elegance from the Netherlands This soliflor stem
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Vintage 1910s Art Nouveau Vases

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Ceramic, Faience

Gouda Pottery Art Nouveau Decorative Plate/Dish, Holland
Located in Miami, FL
Dutch Art Nouveau ceramic dish from Gouda, Holland with traditional period flowery and curvaceous
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Early 20th Century Dutch Art Nouveau Pottery

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Ceramic

Gouda Pottery Art Nouveau Decorative Plate or Dish, Holland
Located in Miami, FL
Dutch Art Deco ceramic dish from Gouda, Holland with traditional period flowery and curvaceous
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Early 20th Century Dutch Art Nouveau Pottery

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Ceramic

Gouda Hand Crafted Pottery Art Nouveau Decorative Dish, Holland
Located in Miami, FL
Dutch Art Deco ceramic dish from Gouda, Holland with traditional period flowery and curvaceous
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Early 20th Century Dutch Art Nouveau Pottery

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Ceramic

Gouda Plateelbakkerij Zuid Holland Gaberone Pattern Pottery Wall Plaque
By Gouda Plateelbakkerij Zuid-Holland
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
A stunning Dutch Gouda, Plateelbakkerij Zuid-Holland Art Deco pottery wall plate hand painted in
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Vintage 1920s Dutch Art Nouveau Pottery

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Pottery

Zuid-Holland, Gouda. Unique Art Nouveau vase in glazed ceramic.
Located in Copenhagen, DK
will be applicable to your purchase. Zuid-Holland, Gouda. Unique Art Nouveau vase in glazed ceramic
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Antique Early 1900s Dutch Art Nouveau Vases

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Ceramic

1899 Art Nouveau Plateelbakkerij Zuid-Holland Gouda “Violetta” Vases, Pair
By Koninklijke Plateelbakkerij Zuid-Holland
Located in AMSTERDAM, NL
vases represents the finest of Dutch Art Nouveau design. The thin, almost porcelain-like earthenware is
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Antique 1890s Dutch Art Nouveau Vases

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Earthenware

Small Gouda Pottery Art Nouveau Decorative Cup or Pen Pencil Holder
Located in Miami, FL
Dutch Art Deco ceramic cup or pen/pencil holder from Gouda, Holland with traditional period flowery
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Early 20th Century Dutch Art Nouveau Pottery

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Ceramic

South Holland, Gouda. Antique and unique Art Nouveau vase in glazed ceramic.
Located in Copenhagen, DK
South Holland, Gouda. Antique and unique Art Nouveau vase in glazed ceramic with hand painted
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Antique Early 1900s Dutch Art Nouveau Vases

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Ceramic

Art Nouveau Gouda Studio Pottery 1913 Candleholder Crokus, Holland
Located in Munich, DE
This candleholder was executed by a Dutch studio pottery Gouda in 1913.
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Vintage 1910s Dutch Aesthetic Movement Candlesticks

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Ceramic

Ceramic Ashtray or Key Holder/Vide Poche Dutch Art Nouveau
Located in Miami, FL
A beautiful Art Nouveau Gouda pottery ashtray. Wonderfully colorful floral hand painted design
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Early 20th Century Dutch Art Nouveau Ashtrays

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Ceramic, Pottery

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Yellow and Black Floral Dutch Gouda Art Nouveau Regina Pottery Ceramic Pot Vase
Located in Great Britain, Northern Ireland
It has an elegant classical poise that is very unique. A sophisticated stylised Art Nouveau floral
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Antique Late 19th Century Dutch Art Nouveau Vases

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Ceramic

GOUDA Dutch Art Nouveau Ceramic circa 1900
By Gouda Vase
Located in Rio de Janeiro, RJ
Dutch Art Nouveau ceramic signed Gouda, circa 1900.
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Antique Early 1900s Dutch Art Nouveau Ceramics

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Ceramic

GOUDA Dutch Art Nouveau Ceramic circa 1900
GOUDA Dutch Art Nouveau Ceramic circa 1900
H 13.78 in W 7.09 in D 7.09 in
GOUDA Dutch Art Nouveau Ceramic circa 1900
By Gouda Vase
Located in Rio de Janeiro, RJ
Dutch Art Nouveau ceramic signed Gouda, circa 1900.
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Antique Early 1900s Dutch Art Nouveau Ceramics

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Ceramic

GOUDA Dutch Art Nouveau Ceramic circa 1900
GOUDA Dutch Art Nouveau Ceramic circa 1900
H 14.97 in W 8.67 in D 8.67 in
GOUDA Dutch Art Nouveau Ceramic circa 1900
By Gouda Vase
Located in Rio de Janeiro, RJ
Dutch Art Nouveau ceramic signed Gouda, circa 1900.
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Antique Early 1900s Dutch Art Nouveau Ceramics

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Ceramic

GOUDA Dutch Art Nouveau Ceramic  circa 1900
GOUDA Dutch Art Nouveau Ceramic  circa 1900
H 14.97 in W 8.67 in D 8.67 in
GOUDA Dutch Art Nouveau Ceramic circa 1900
By Gouda Vase
Located in Rio de Janeiro, RJ
Dutch Art Nouveau ceramic signed Gouda, circa 1900.
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Antique Early 1900s Dutch Art Nouveau Ceramics

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Ceramic

GOUDA Dutch Art Nouveau Ceramic circa 1900
GOUDA Dutch Art Nouveau Ceramic circa 1900
H 15.75 in W 8.67 in D 8.67 in
GOUDA Large Dutch Art Nouveau ceramic circa 1900
By Gouda Vase
Located in Rio de Janeiro, RJ
Large Dutch Art Nouveau ceramic signed Gouda, circa 1900. Very Elegant.
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Antique Early 1900s Dutch Art Nouveau Ceramics

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Ceramic

GOUDA Pair of Candleholders in Dutch Art Nouveau Ceramic circa 1900
By Gouda Vase
Located in Rio de Janeiro, RJ
Pair of candleholders in Dutch Art Nouveau ceramic signed Gouda, circa 1900.
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Antique Early 1900s Dutch Art Nouveau Ceramics

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Ceramic

Rare Dutch Gouda Plateel Pottery Art Nouveau Candy Bowl and Jar
By Gouda Plateelbakkerij Zuid-Holland
Located in Winterswijk, NL
Beautiful set of Art Nouveau candy serving tableware. This set was made by Plateel Pottery, Gouda
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Vintage 1920s Dutch Art Nouveau Platters and Serveware

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Ceramic

Art Nouveau clock, ceramic with a floral design, Gouda
By Koninklijke Plateelbakkerij Zuid-Holland
Located in Amsterdam, NL
dial, made at the Plateelbakkerij Zuid-Holland, Gouda. The style of the shape and the decoration of
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Antique Early 1900s Dutch Art Nouveau Mantel Clocks

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Ceramic

GOULDA Holland, Refreshmente Service, Multicolored Ceramic Art Nouveau, c 1900.
By Gouda-Zuid
Located in Rio de Janeiro, RJ
Incredible set of Dutch ceramic signed Goulda, 1900.
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20th Century Dutch Art Nouveau Tableware

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Ceramic

Dutch Art Nouveau Vase by Anton Nelson for Plateelbakkerij Zuid-Holland Gouda
By Koninklijke Plateelbakkerij Zuid-Holland, Anton Nelson
Located in Amstelveen, NL
A striking Dutch Art Nouveau 'Adanine' vase designed by Anton Nelson (1880-1910) for N.V
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Antique Early 1900s Dutch Art Nouveau Ceramics

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Earthenware

Large Art Nouveau Vase with Floral Decor by Plateelbakkerij Zuid, Holland, Gouda
By Koninklijke Plateelbakkerij Zuid-Holland
Located in Amstelveen, NL
This very large Art Nouveau vase, circa 1905. It was produced by the Gouda Royal Faience factory
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Early 20th Century Dutch Art Nouveau Vases

Gouda Art Nouveau "Maar" Pattern Pottery Vase, circa 1920
By Gouda Vase
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Dutch Art Nouveau "Maar" pattern pottery flower vase produced in Gouda circa 1920. This vase was
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Vintage 1920s American Art Nouveau Vases

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Pottery

Gouda-Zuid Dutch Art Nouveau Ceramic Vase
By Gouda-Zuid
Located in New York, NY
A Dutch Art Nouveau ceramic vase by Gouda-Zuid Holland, featuring two handles with a floral motif.
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Early 20th Century Art Nouveau Vases

Late Teens Gouda Damascus III Pattern Art Nouveau Vase as Lamp PZH Holland
By Gouda Plateelbakkerij Zuid-Holland
Located in Miami, FL
Beautiful Art Nouveau Gouda Damascus III vase mounted as a table lamp. Vase originally made by
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Vintage 1910s Dutch Art Nouveau Table Lamps

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Clay

Art Nouveau "Pensee" Candlestick from Gouda, Holland
By PZH - Plateelbakkerij Zuid-Holland
Located in Van Nuys, CA
This large Art Nouveau candlestick features the "pensee" (pansy) pattern and was produced by
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Early 20th Century Dutch Art Nouveau Candle Holders

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Ceramic

Gouda, Netherlands. Unique Art Nouveau vase with floral motifs.
Located in Copenhagen, DK
will be applicable to your purchase. Gouda, Netherlands. Unique Art Nouveau vase in glazed ceramic
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Vintage 1920s Dutch Art Nouveau Vases

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Ceramic

Gouda, Hand Painted Art Nouveau Vase, The Netherlands, 1920s
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Gouda. Hand painted Art Nouveau vase, The Netherlands, 1920s. In very good condition. Stamped
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Vintage 1920s Dutch Art Nouveau Vases

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Ceramic

Gouda, Holland, Art Nouveau Ceramics, Four Miniature Vases and Bowl
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Gouda, Holland. Art Nouveau hand-decorated ceramics. Four miniature vases and a bowl. Approx
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Vintage 1920s Dutch Art Nouveau Ceramics

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Ceramic

Gouda Holland Dutch Art Nouveau Pottery Vase
Located in Nottingham, GB
Gouda Holland Dutch Art Nouveau Pottery Vase Good condition From a private collection. Free
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20th Century Vases

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Faience

Art Nouveau Candle Holder from Gouda Holland in Candia Pattern
By PZH - Plateelbakkerij Zuid-Holland
Located in Van Nuys, CA
," stamped and the style is noted. * Please see our listing for a very similar 15.5" Art Nouveau "Pensee
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Early 20th Century Dutch Art Nouveau Candle Holders

Gouda, Netherlands, Art Nouveau Hand-Decorated Ceramic Vase, Approximate 1920s
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Gouda, Netherlands. Art Nouveau hand-decorated ceramic vase. Approx. 1920s. Marked In good
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Vintage 1920s Dutch Art Nouveau Vases

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Ceramic

Zuid-Holland, Gouda, Antique Art Nouveau Vase in Glazed Ceramics
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Zuid-Holland, Gouda. Antique Art Nouveau vase in glazed ceramics with hand-painted flowers and
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Early 20th Century Dutch Art Nouveau Vases

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Ceramic

Gouda, Holland, Art Nouveau Ceramics, Incense Vase with a Brass Lid
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Gouda, Holland. Art Nouveau hand-decorated ceramics. Incense vase with a brass lid. Approx. 1920s
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Vintage 1920s Dutch Art Nouveau Vases

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Ceramic

Gouda Holland Dutch Earthenware Pottery Art Nouveau Lidded Inkwell
Located in Nottingham, GB
Gouda Holland Dutch Earthenware Pottery Art Nouveau Lidded Inkwell Good condition From a private
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Early 20th Century Inkwells

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Pottery

1899 Gouda Pottery Vase by Bernardus Römer for Zuid-Holland
By Bernardus Römer
Located in Van Nuys, CA
for Zuid-Holland from 1898 to 1899. Signed by Gouda and Römer (see picture).
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Antique 19th Century Dutch Art Nouveau Ceramics

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Pottery

Yellow and Black Floral Dutch Gouda Art Nouveau Regina Pottery Ceramic Pot Vase
Located in Belfast, Northern Ireland
Yellow and black floral Dutch Gouda Art Nouveau Regina pottery ceramic pot vase  It has an
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Antique Late 19th Century Unknown Vases

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Ceramic

Tall Gouda Vase
By Gouda Vase
Located in Antwerp, BE
Tall Gouda vase.
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Early 20th Century Dutch Art Nouveau Vases

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Pottery

Tall Gouda Vase
Tall Gouda Vase
H 22.05 in Dm 11.03 in
Vintage Art Deco Tall Gouda Hand Painted Pottery Vase
Located in Pasadena, CA
Vintage Art Deco/Art Nouveau tall gouda hand painted pottery vase decorated with abstract shapes
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Vintage 1920s Dutch Art Deco Vases

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Clay

Dutch Art Nouveau Ivora Gouda Oval Tray
By Gouda Vase
Located in Lakeville, CT
Created by the Gouda Pottery Factory in Holland, this beautiful hand-painted tray with a crisp
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Early 20th Century Dutch Platters and Serveware

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Ceramic

Chris Lanooy, Experimental Gouda Vase, Art Nouveau
By Chris Lanooy
Located in Amstelveen, NL
Factory Zuid-Holland in Gouda, Pottery Factory Haga in Purmerend and Glass Factory Leerdam. Lanooy is
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Early 20th Century Dutch Art Nouveau Ceramics

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Ceramic

Dutch Art Nouveau, Hand-Painted Clock by Plateelbakkerij Zuid-Holland, Gouda
By Koninklijke Plateelbakkerij Zuid-Holland
Located in Amstelveen, NL
Hand-painted porcelain clock with stunning Art Nouveau decor of flora and fauna under matte glaze
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Early 20th Century Dutch Art Nouveau Clocks

Gouda Pottery Bronze & Iron Base Table Lamp with Matching Custom Shade
Located in Los Angeles, CA
supporting a banded leaf patterned holder for the hand decorated Art Nouveau earthenware vessel. Gouda
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Early 20th Century Dutch Art Nouveau Table Lamps

1925 Hand Painted Gouda Ceramic Lamp by Andreus Marinus Rijp
By Andreus Marinus Rijp
Located in Easton, PA
, Netherlands in the Art Nouveau style by the firm Platteelbakkerij Zuid-Holland (PZH) in 1925. Hand painted by
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Early 20th Century Dutch Table Lamps

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Bronze

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Vintage 1950s Northern Irish Mid-Century Modern Vases

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Antique Early 1900s Dutch Arts and Crafts Vases

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Large Antique Gouda Anhem Art Pottery Lidded Vase or Urn with Figural Handle
By Gouda-Zuid
Located in Hamilton, Ontario
This large art pottery lidded vase or urn was made by Gouda of Holland in approximately 1920 in a period Art Deco style. The lidded vase is done with an octagonal rim and base with r...
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Early 20th Century Dutch Art Deco Urns

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Pottery

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Gouda Art Nouveau For Sale on 1stDibs

With a vast inventory of beautiful furniture at 1stDibs, we’ve got just the gouda art nouveau you’re looking for. A gouda art nouveau — often made from ceramic and pottery — can elevate any home. Whether you’re looking for an older or newer gouda art nouveau, there are earlier versions available from the 20th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 20th Century. A gouda art nouveau is a generally popular piece of furniture, but those created in Art Nouveau styles are sought with frequency. Many designers have produced at least one well-made gouda art nouveau over the years, but those crafted by Gouda Plateelbakkerij Zuid-Holland are often thought to be among the most beautiful.

How Much is a Gouda Art Nouveau?

A gouda art nouveau can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price 1stDibs is $480, while the lowest priced sells for $240 and the highest can go for as much as $1,200.
Questions About Gouda Art Nouveau
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 2, 2021
    Art Nouveau jewelry generally featured three main themes: flora, fauna and women. The Art Nouveau movement lasted 15 years and it reached its pinnacle in the year 1900. Art Nouveau jewelers used every “canvas” imaginable, looking beyond brooches and necklaces to belt buckles, fans, tiaras, dog collars (a type of choker necklace), pocket watches, corsages and hair combs. Multicolored gems and enamel could complete this vision better than diamonds. Enameling is most often associated with Art Nouveau jewelry, specifically plique-à-jour. Known as backless enamel, plique-à-jour allows light to come through the rear of the enamel because there is no metal backing. It creates an effect of translucence and lightness. Shop a collection of antique and vintage Art Nouveau jewelry from some of the world’s top jewelers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMay 14, 2024
    Art Nouveau originated in France and Great Britain, but variants materialized elsewhere. The visual vocabulary of Art Nouveau was particularly influenced by the soft colors and abstract images of nature as portrayed in Japanese art prints, which arrived in large numbers in the West after open trade was forced upon Japan in the 1860s. Impressionist artists were moved by the artistic tradition of Japanese woodblock printmaking and other modes of art and design in the East Asian country. The Art Nouveau style quickly reached a wide audience in Europe via advertising posters, book covers, illustrations and other work by such artists as Aubrey Beardsley, Henri de Toulouse-Lautrec and Alphonse Mucha. While all Art Nouveau designs share common formal elements, different countries and regions produced their own versions. Explore a selection of Art Nouveau furniture, jewelry and art on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 27, 2024
    Art Nouveau was influenced by a few things. The soft colors and abstract images of nature seen in Japanese woodblock prints, which arrived in large numbers in the West after open trade was forced upon Japan in the 1860s, were a major source of inspiration. Also, Pre-Raphaelite art and the Arts and Crafts and Rococo styles had an influence on Art Nouveau designers. On 1stDibs, find a wide range of Art Nouveau furniture and decorative objects.
  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 15, 2019

    Art Nouveau furniture was a style of furniture that emerged at the end of the 19th century and was characterized by its complex curved lines. The curved details in the furniture were typically carved by hand and finished with lacquer. The unmistakable gloss that is associated with Art Nouveau comes from the thick coat of varnish applied to the furniture as the final step of the production process.

  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 8, 2024
    Art Nouveau ended primarily due to world events. When World War I broke out in 1914, artistic production was largely halted in order to free up materials for manufacturing equipment for the war effort. By the time the 1919 Treaty of Versailles brought about the end of the war, interest in Art Nouveau had waned. Designers and artists became interested in new forms and styles, such as Art Deco. On 1stDibs, explore a diverse assortment of Art Nouveau furniture, decorative objects, jewelry and art.
  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 15, 2019

    The main difference between Art Nouveau and Art Deco is that the former is detailed and ornate, and the latter is sharp and geometrical. When the movement started at the end of the 19th century, Art Nouveau was heavily influenced by nature and the curved lines of flowers. Art Deco, which became popular in the beginning of the 20th century, was inspired by the geometric abstraction of cubism.

  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2024
    No one person created the Art Nouveau movement. However, the term debuted in an 1884 article in the L'Art Moderne journal, describing the work of a collective of artists known as Les XX. As a result, some people credit the group and its founding members, James Ensor and Théo van Rysselberghe, as helping to define the movement. However, Art Nouveau was heavily informed by work that came before, including Rococo design, Pre-Raphaelite art, Japanese art and the Arts and Crafts movement. Beyond Les XX, a number of creators helped to propel the movement. Among them were Charles Rennie Mackintosh, Louis Majorelle, Émile Gallé, Antoni Gaudí and Tiffany Studios. On 1stDibs, explore a diverse assortment of Art Nouveau furniture and decorative objects.
  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 15, 2019

    The Art Nouveau design movement used such materials as cast iron and steel, ceramic and glass. This style of architecture, design, art and jewelry was characterized by its use of long, sinuous lines that are reflected in nature.

  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Yes, some stained glass is Art Nouveau. It was during this period that Louis Comfort Tiffany produced his famed stained glass windows and decorative objects. However, the tradition of producing stained glass traces all the way back to the Gothic period. You'll find a selection of stained glass on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Alphonse Mucha was a Czech painter who is one of the originators of the Art Nouveau style. His style of painting and design rose in popularity in 1895 and he produced many works, including illustrations, posters and jewelry designs. Find a variety of Alphonso Mucha art and prints on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 20, 2024
    To identify Art Nouveau jewelry, first consider its overall shape and themes. Flora, fauna and female figures were the three main themes in Art Nouveau jewelry. Winged creatures, such as insects and birds, were also popular subjects. Next, examine the materials and techniques. Art Nouveau jewelers distinguished themselves from their predecessors through the use of their unorthodox materials and methods. Prior to the 20th century, artisans working with jewelry prioritized precious metals and diamonds. This was not true for Art Nouveau creators. Enameling is most often associated with Art Nouveau jewelry, specifically plique-à-jour. Known as backless enamel, plique-à-jour allows light to come through the rear of the enamel because there is no metal backing. It creates an effect of translucence and lightness. Art Nouveau jewelers also favored pearls, particularly baroque pearls, for their large size and irregular shape. However, opal was the most popular stone, and Art Nouveau jewelry was primarily set in yellow gold. If you need more help identifying your jewelry, a certified appraiser or knowledgeable dealer can assist you. On 1stDibs, find a wide range of Art Nouveau jewelry.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 4, 2024
    To identify Art Nouveau furniture, first try to locate a maker's mark on the piece. You can then use it to research the maker with the help of information published in trusted online resources. Some makers, such as Charles Rennie Mackintosh, Louis Majorelle and Émile Gallé, are well-known for their Art Nouveau furnishings. If you determine that a maker identified with Art Nouveau produced your piece, it likely reflects the movement's characteristics, especially if it was made during the late 19th or early 20th centuries. You can also look for common features of Art Nouveau furniture, such as sinuous, organic and flowing lines; forms that mimic flowers and plant life; decorative inlays and ornate carvings of natural-world motifs such as insects and animals and the use of hardwoods such as oak, mahogany and rosewood. A certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer can aid you with the identification process. Shop a diverse assortment of Art Nouveau furniture on 1stDibs.