Mani with pipe

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Man smoking pipe painting a vase

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What year and worth?

Afmetingen
15 3/4 inches in diameter
Collectie
publiekscollectie

Reacties 2

Dear Janmitch,

The year code is U so it’s made in 1899 and values are not discussed on this website.

Kind regards, Patrick 

Verdict:

  • Delftware

Analysis:

  • Delftware, but made after 1850 After 1850, the earthenware production technique changed at the only remaining pottery in Delft. This technique 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 Delft pottery/factory In the 19th century, a financial incentive arose to sell more new earthenware as antique Delftware, sometimes even bearing fake Delft factory marks. Read more