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Pair Blue and White Delft Mantle Jars Made by " The Claw" Netherlands Circa 1780

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This gorgeous pair of blue and white Dutch Delft mantle jars was hand-painted at "The Claw"* circa 1780. The front panels depict a songbird surrounded by flowers and scrolling vines. Around the base is a band of modified Greek key. This lovely scene is framed by a raised deep blue border topped by a raised blue flower The jars have traditional lion-dog finials. These lion-dogs are adorable! The jars were made to go on a mantle or bracket. Dimensions: 14.5" tall x 5.5" deep at the deepest point x 6" wide at the widest point and 3.5" deep at the base Condition Excellent with small edge chips invisibly restored Price: $4,600 The jars are marked on the underside with the mark of "The Claw," an 18th-century factory in the city of Delft. Background of Delft: The technique of making Delft was first described in writing by Gerrit Paape in "The Delft Pottery Maker," written in 1794 and dedicated to Lambertus Sanderus, the owner of De Porceleyne Claeuw (The Porcelain Claw). Delft faience began in the 17th century. Much of the most beautiful Delft was produced in the Dutch city of Delft. The Delft potters began to coat their pots thoroughly in a white tin glaze. They then covered the white tin-glaze with a clear glaze, giving depth to the fired surface and smoothness to cobalt blues. Over time, they created a good resemblance to porcelain. By circa 1650, the technical skills of the potters and painters were much improved, and Delft began its golden age.
  • Creator:
    The Claw (Manufacturer)
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 14.5 in (36.83 cm)Width: 6.5 in (16.51 cm)Depth: 5.5 in (13.97 cm)
  • Sold As:
    Set of 2
  • Style:
    Rococo (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    Circa 1780
  • Condition:
  • Seller Location:
    Katonah, NY
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: SKU000008181stDibs: LU866537677532

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