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putative delft candlestick

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Voorwerp
Merk
Decoratie

hand painted candlestick with mark Gi Gia on bottom

Vraag

is this Delft? Believed to be one of a pair

Afmetingen
c. 12 inches high
Collectie
publiekscollectie

Reacties 1

Verdict:

  • Not Delftware

Analysis:

  • Not made in Delft The term Delftware is only used for earthenware actually produced in Delft. Read more
  • More recent production technique After 1850, factories in and outside Holland developed more efficient and cheaper production techniques. This goes beyond the scope of this website. Read more
  • Hand-painted An important characteristic of authentic Delftware is that it is hand-painted. Printing techniques do not occur on this earthenware. Read more
  • Mark of a non-Delft pottery/factory The typical Delftware also inspires producers outside of Delft, but genuine Delftware has only been produced in Delft. Read more

Although I am not entirely sure and this does not look like the mark I know, I think it was made by Geo Martel in the French city of Desvres. You may find some more information about the factory here.