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Pair Large Delft Mantle Vases Painted in Polychrome Colors

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Made in the Netherlands circa 1880, this lovely pair of Dutch Delft mantle vases have a traditional double gourd shape.   The vases were painted in traditional polychrome colors showing a waterside scene filled with flowers and songbirds.  Panels show a waterside scene with long-tailed birds painted yellow, blue, green, and a rich shade of over the glaze iron-red.   One bird flies above, and one bird rests among beautiful flowers.  Between the panels are segments of bright floral decoration painted on deep cobalt blue ground.  Dimensions: 17" tall x 6.75" diameter at the widest point and 5" across the octagonal base  Condition: Excellent with small edge frits invisibly restored  Price: $1,260  Background of Delft: The technique of making Delft was first described in writing by Gerrit Paape in "Delft Pottery Maker," written in 1794. Dedicated to Lambertus Sanderus, the owner of De Porceleyne Claeuw (The Porcelain Claw). Delft faience began in the 17th century. Much of the finest Delft was produced in the Dutch city of Delft. First, 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 the fired surface depth. Over time they created a good resemblance to porcelain. By about 1650, the technical skills of the potters and painters were much improved, and Delft began its golden age.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 17 in (43.18 cm)Diameter: 6.8 in (17.28 cm)
  • Sold As:
    Set of 2
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  • Date of Manufacture:
    circa 1880
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  • Seller Location:
    Katonah, NY
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: SKU000004491stDibs: LU866528352742
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