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Small Vase

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Voorwerp
Merk

Small Vase with symbols on bottom found in my dad’s belongings after he passed. He was born in Delft.

Vraag

I’d like to understand the symbols and figure out what year it is

Afmetingen
6cm x 8cm
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
  • Unidentified mark Not all marks found on earthenware have been identified. It could be a ‘new’ Delft mark! But it could also be a mark that was not used in Delft. Read more

Although I have not heard of Blue Jewel, I do not think it was made in Delft. Many factories and smaller workshops produced wares in this coveted style. The marking 'TB20' makes me think that the painters initials were TB and that it was produced in 1920. That would make sense, looking at the material and way of producing.