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Delft - Pair of Delft White Figurines of Cows, second half 18th century
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About the Item
This pair of Delftware cow figurines, dating to the late 18th century, exemplifies the Dutch tradition of molded earthenware crafted in the city of Delft. The figures are finished with a tin-glazed white surface, characteristic of Delftware, and are unpainted, suggesting they may have been cold-painted at some point. This is a technique where pigment was applied after glazing and firing. Cold painting was occasionally used to add color to Delftware without additional kiln firings, though such painted details often wore off over time due to the lacquer's poor adhesion to the glaze.
Delftware cows are inspired by the 17th century annual parades of the Butcher’s Guild, where decorated bulls and cows were showcased. By the 18th century, these decorative animals became popular in Dutch households, symbolizing pastoral life and reflecting the agrarian economy. The tradition of depicting cows in Delftware continued into the late 1700s, with various factories producing such figures.
Condition: Restorations to the ears and horns. Two legs show break lines, indicating they have been reattached.
- Creator:Delft (Manufacturer)
- Dimensions:Height: 3.94 in (10 cm)Width: 4.73 in (12 cm)Depth: 1.97 in (5 cm)
- Sold As:Set of 2
- Style:Rococo (Of the Period)
- Materials and Techniques:
- Period:
- Date of Manufacture:1780
- Condition:Repaired: Condition: Restorations to the ears and horns. Two legs show break lines, indicating they have been reattached. Wear consistent with age and use. Minor losses. Condition: Restorations to the ears and horns. Two legs show break lines, indicating they have been reattached.
- Seller Location:DELFT, NL
- Reference Number:1stDibs: LU9385245557652
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