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Creator: Delft
Dutch Delft Polychrome Model of a Cow Milking Group
By Delft
Located in Downingtown, PA
Dutch Delft PolychromeModel of a Cow Being Milked, De Twee Scheepjes Pottery (The Two Little Ships), Circa 1765 The Dutch Delft cow figure, from the De Twee Scheepjes Pottery (The T...
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Mid-18th Century Dutch Rococo Antique Delft Decorative Objects

Materials

Delft, Faience, Pottery

Dutch Delft Polychrome Model of a Cow
By Delft
Located in Downingtown, PA
Dutch Delft Polychrome Model of a Cow, Circa 1760 The Dutch Delft pottery figure depicts a standing cow on a hollow rectangular green base with canted corners, the top in green to d...
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Mid-18th Century Dutch Rococo Antique Delft Decorative Objects

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Delft, Faience, Pottery

Antique Ravesteijn Delft Tile of Turkish Figure
By Delft
Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire
An antique Delft tile of a figure in Turkish dress, circa 1870, made by Ravesteijn of Utrecht, after the original drawing by Nicolas De Nicolay dating to...
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Late 19th Century Dutch Antique Delft Decorative Objects

Materials

Clay

Chinoiserie Dutch Delft Polychrome Faience Lobed Jar, 18th Century, Holland
By Delft
Located in Austin, TX
A charming Dutch Delft ginger jar of lobed form, with chinoiserie design in polychrome tin glazed enamels, 18th century, Holland. The ginger jar (missing its lid), of globular fo...
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Late 18th Century Dutch Chinoiserie Antique Delft Decorative Objects

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Earthenware, Faience

German Faience or Dutch Delft Powdered Manganese & Blue Large Vase & Cover
By Delft
Located in Downingtown, PA
Massive German Faience or Dutch Delft Powdered manganese & blue vase & cover, Mid-18th Century, The German faience powered manganese-ground vase, of baluster form, has a wide should...
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Mid-18th Century German Georgian Antique Delft Decorative Objects

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Delft

Pair of Mid-Century Dutch Hand Painted Faience Delft Vases with Pastoral Scenes
By Delft
Located in Dallas, TX
Decorate a shelf or console table with this elegant pair of antique vases. Crafted in Holland circa 1940, the round vases have a shell shape form with a wide rim at the top and hand ...
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Early 20th Century Dutch Delft Decorative Objects

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Ceramic, Faience

Pair of Early 20th Century Dutch Painted Faience Delft Oil or Vinegar Bottles
By Delft
Located in Dallas, TX
Decorate a shelf or kitchen counter with this elegant pair of antique Delft olive oil or vinegar containers. Crafted in Holland circa 1920, both tall vases feature an intricate shape...
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Early 20th Century Dutch Delft Decorative Objects

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Ceramic, Faience

Large Antique Ceramic Plate Blue and White Dutch Boch Delft Charger 1940s
By Delft, Royal Copenhagen
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Large Antique Ceramic Plate Blue and White Dutch Boch Delft Charger 1940s. Stunning Boch Delfts blue and white plate in very good condition. Beau...
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Mid-20th Century Dutch Folk Art Delft Decorative Objects

Materials

Ceramic

Mid-Century Dutch Blue and White Painted Faience Delft Olive Oil Bottle
By Delft
Located in Dallas, TX
Decorate a shelf or kitchen counter with this elegant antique Delft olive oil container. Crafted in Holland circa 1940, the tall vase with cork top, features an intricate round shape...
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Mid-20th Century Dutch Delft Decorative Objects

Materials

Ceramic, Faience

Dutch Blue and White Painted Faience Delft Olive Oil Bottle and Candle Holder
By Delft
Located in Dallas, TX
Decorate a shelf or kitchen counter with these elegant antique Delft pieces. Crafted in Holland circa 1940, the set includes a tall olive oil bottle w...
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Mid-20th Century Dutch Delft Decorative Objects

Materials

Ceramic, Faience

Pair of Vintage Blue and White Faience Candles Holder and Vase Stamped Delft
By Delft
Located in Dallas, TX
Decorate a shelf with this three-piece ceramic set. Crafted in Holland circa 1980, the set includes a pair of candlesticks and vase decorated with floral motifs and embellished with ...
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Late 20th Century Dutch Delft Decorative Objects

Materials

Faience

Pair of Midcentury Dutch Blue and White Painted Faience Delft Olive Oil Bottles
By Delft
Located in Dallas, TX
Decorate a shelf or kitchen counter with this pair of antique Delft olive oil containers. Crafted in Holland circa 1960, each tall vase is dressed with a cork top, and features tradi...
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Mid-20th Century Dutch Delft Decorative Objects

Materials

Ceramic, Faience

19th Century Ravesteijn Blue & White Delft Tile of a Bull
By Delft
Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire
An antique blue and white Delft 6-inch tile of a bull manufactured by Ravesteijn of Utrecht; one of two similar themed tiles we are selling. This original fireplace tile was reclaime...
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Mid-19th Century English Georgian Antique Delft Decorative Objects

Materials

Clay

Antique Ravesteijn Delft Tile of Turkish Woman
By Delft
Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire
An antique Delft tile of a woman in Turkish dress, circa 1870, by Ravesteijn of Utrecht, after the original drawing by Nicolas De Nicolay dating to circa...
Category

Late 19th Century Dutch Georgian Antique Delft Decorative Objects

Materials

Clay

Delft decorative objects for sale on 1stDibs.

Delft decorative objects are available for sale on 1stDibs. These distinctive items are frequently made of ceramic and are designed with extraordinary care. There are many options to choose from in our collection of Delft decorative objects, although gray editions of this piece are particularly popular. Many of the original decorative objects by Delft were created in the Baroque style in europe during the 20th century. If you’re looking for additional options, many customers also consider decorative objects by and Dutch Originals. Prices for Delft decorative objects can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — on 1stDibs, these items begin at $125 and can go as high as $7,840, while a piece like these, on average, fetch $1,400.
Questions About Delft Decorative Objects
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 7, 2024
    The difference between Delft and Chinoiserie is that one is a specific type of pottery, and the other is a style of pottery. Chinoiserie is a general term for pottery and other decorative objects produced by Western artisans that draw inspiration from traditional Chinese functional and fine arts. Delft, or Delftware, is tin-glazed pottery made through techniques that originated in Delft, Netherlands. Many pieces of Delftware are examples of Chinoiserie because their decorative embellishments were inspired by Chinese porcelain. On 1stDibs, explore a selection of Delftware and Chinoiserie pottery.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMay 3, 2024
    To tell how old your Delft is, look for the maker's markings. On most pieces, you will find the painter's initials as well as a two-letter date code. By comparing the date code on your piece to information provided on trusted online resources, you can find out its year of production. If you have trouble locating the date code, a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antiques dealer can assist you with dating. Explore a diverse assortment of Delft pottery on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    To tell if Delft pottery is real, look at it under a magnifying glass. Authentic Delftware should show visible brushstrokes, a sign that the pieces have hand-painted images. You can also turn the piece over and look for a crown cross marking with the words Handpainted, Delft Blue, Made in Holland. On 1stDibs, find a collection of expertly vetted Delft pottery.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
    Delft tiles were made during the 17th and 18th centuries. The term refers to earthenware tiles with tin-glaze finishes that were meticulously hand-painted by artisans living in the city of Delft in what is now the Netherlands. Find a selection of Delft tiles on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Yes, Delft tiles are still being produced. Delft pottery, also known as Delftware or Delft Blue, refers to a tin-glazed earthenware crafted in the city of Delft in the Netherlands. Delftware is highly coveted due to the intricate nature of the design and is a favorite among home decor enthusiasts. Shop a wide range of authentic Delftware on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 16, 2024
    How much Delft pottery is worth varies based on characteristics like type, style, age and condition. Selling prices usually start in the low hundreds, with the most valuable examples of Delft pottery worth $10,000 or more. True blue Delftware originates only from a single location: Delft in the Netherlands. These precious pieces pair well with French faience. Unlike Delftware, French faience utilizes a lead-and-tin glaze. To find out how much a specific piece is worth, have a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer evaluate it. On 1stDibs, shop a large selection of antique Delft pottery.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Delft Blue is in fact still made today. There is one factory left, the Royal Dutch, which has been in operation since 1653. It continues to make delft blue using the traditional methods. You’ll find a variety of Delft blue products from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 23, 2024
    To identify your Delft pottery marks, try using the factory mark database on the Delfts Aardewerk platform. Several Dutch museums joined forces to create this site in order to educate the public and collectors about Delftware. On it, you'll find hundreds of pictures of makers’ markings and a handy search feature for browsing the images based on a description of your marking. If you're unable to find your mark on the site, a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer can aid you with making an identification. Explore a selection of Delft pottery on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    Delftware often has a maker's mark on the base or back of the item consisting of letters or figurative symbols to show where the item was manufactured. Today markings will say hand-painted in Holland as well as the phrase Delft blue in Dutch or English.

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