Blue and White Delft Charger Chinoiserie Decoration Netherlands Circa 1690

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Blue and White Delft Charger Chinoiserie Decoration Netherlands Circa 1690

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Made in the Netherlands in the late 17th century circa 1690, this extraordinary Delft charger is hand-painted in shades of cobalt blue. The fascinating decoration is styled after Chinese Kraak porcelains made for export to Europe beginning in the 16th century. In the center of the charger, we see four Chinese scholars seated in a garden and engaged in conversation. The central scene is encircled by a scrolling pattern that in Chinese tradition is known as a cloud pattern. The wide border is decorated with panels of Asian-style floral decorations, alternating with images of a seated scholar. The soft blue pigment gives the charger a subtle touch. Dimensions: 13.5" diameter x 2" depth Condition: Excellent with small edge frits invisibly restored Price: $1140 Background of Dutch Delft: By the mid-15th century, potters from southern Europe migrated through France to the Netherlands, and the earthenware industry became well established in Antwerp. In the second half of the 16th century, many protestant artisans were forced to leave Antwerp under religious pressure. As a result, most moved to the northern Netherlands. The rise of the potting industry in the northern Netherlands coincided with the decline of the beer brewing industry in the town of Delft. As the Delft brewers ceased production, their large abandoned buildings on the canals were quickly occupied by the pottery makers who could utilize the vast spaces and the convenient water source to transport their raw materials and finished wares. In the mid-17th century, a war in China interrupted the production of Chinese blue and white porcelain to Europe. However, the potters in Delft were able to fill the void in the market, and they began producing earthenware in the style of Chinese blue and white porcelain, which they successfully marketed as "porcelain." At the height of production, the city of Delft counted almost 40 factories making Delftware.

Dimensions:
Height: 2 in (5.08 cm)Diameter: 13.5 in (34.29 cm)
Materials and Techniques:
Delft,Hand-Painted
Period:
Late 17th Century
Date of Manufacture:
1690
Condition:
Seller Location:
Katonah, NY
Reference Number:
Seller: SKU000005341stDibs: LU866529888472