Not made in Delft
The term Delftware is only used for earthenware actually produced in Delft.
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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.
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Sadly 'Delft Blue' (or similar) was never protected and we therefore see anything, even Delft Blue made in China. This is not China however, but it is most probably also not made in Delft. Although I don't recognise the mark, it looks to be made in another Dutch city.
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Sadly 'Delft Blue' (or similar) was never protected and we therefore see anything, even Delft Blue made in China. This is not China however, but it is most probably also not made in Delft. Although I don't recognise the mark, it looks to be made in another Dutch city.
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