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Pottery cow on a stand

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Decorated cow on stand. Ear missing and horns damaged.

Vraag

Is it delftware? And if so how old is it please?

Afmetingen
Cow length 150mm
Height 100mm
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publiekscollectie
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ZG gekroond

Reacties 3

This is not authentic Delft. It has been made by Pottery Zenith from Gouda. Handpainted.

Your piece was most likely made between approximately 1950 and 1984, most probably in the 1960s or 70s. The crown mark combined with the model number and 'Made in Holland' is typical for those Zenith products.

The Zenith pottery factory from Gouda has a rich history that dates back to 1749, when Pieter Dirksz van der Want established himself as a pipe maker. Over time, the family business developed into a leading producer of both pipes and decorative ceramics, with the name "Zenith" being used since 1915 for a new type of tobacco pipe.

After the Second World War, Zenith experienced a revival, focusing on Delft blue pottery and tableware. In 1980, the company was hit by a major fire in which the warehouse and archives were destroyed. Due to declining sales, Zenith permanently closed its doors in 1984.

kind regards Franky

Hi Franky

Many thanks for your interesting and informative comments. Much appreciated 

Kind regards 

Poppy25@

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

Merk:

  • ZG gekroond