Gouda Pottery Lamp

Gouda Holland pottery is a type of pottery produced in the Netherlands during the early 20th century. It shares a name with the city from where it originated. Typically, Gouda pottery shows off colorful, ornate designs inspired by Art Deco and Art Nouveau designs. Shop a collection of Gouda pottery on 1stDibs.

To identify Gouda pottery, look at the base and interior of your piece for a maker's mark. Gouda is a style of pottery, not a specific maker, and several factories are well-known for their Gouda porcelain. Among them are Plateelbakkerij Zuid-Holland, Royal Goedewaagen, Zenith Gouda and Regina. If your piece was produced by one of these makers, it is likely Gouda pottery. If you find a different maker's name, conduct online research to determine who made it and learn more about what style of pottery they produced. Alternatively, you can have a certified appraiser or experienced antique dealer help you with the identification process. Find a selection of Gouda pottery on 1stDibs.

To spot fake Gouda pottery, consult trusted online resources to determine what markings should be on your piece. Gouda is a city in the Netherlands, not one manufacturer. Several factories have produced Gouda pottery, and each one has used different markings. Counterfeiters often don't research where to place the marking on a replica, and many fake pieces will show a pattern associated with one maker but be marked with the maker of another. A certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer can offer support in the identification process for Gouda pottery. On 1stDibs, shop a range of Gouda pottery.