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Vase

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Voorwerp
Merk

Vase

Vraag

I am trying to identify the marlins and hopefully date the object.

Afmetingen
16 inches x 6 inches on the widest part
Collectie
publiekscollectie

Reacties 3

Hello,

The markings aren’t from any of the Delft potteries I’m afraid. The HL initials look a bit like the one Jacobus Harlees used (JHL)  from the Porceleyne Fles factory but your vase is definitely not from his hand. I think your vase is made relatively recently, in the (early) 20th century.

Kind regards,

Patrick

Verdict:

  • Not Delftware

Analysis:

  • Not made in Delft The term Delftware is only used for earthenware actually produced in Delft. 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
  • Forged mark In the 19th century, a financial incentive arose to sell more new earthenware as antique Delftware, sometimes even bearing forged Delft factory marks. Read more

Thank you so much all for the good work in identifying this piece. I sincerely appreciate it.