De Grieksche A - Jacob van der Kool (act

Special 18th-century Delft Blue plate with a rare depiction of a dragon Made by Jacob van der Kool, who owned De Grieksche A in the period 1722-1757 Centered is a large dragon with four claws on each paw (derived from Chinese porcelain where dragons were also depicted with four claws) Notably the salamander-like speckled pattern on the body of the beast Very beautiful scene, with intertwining branches and flowers as a continuous filling Nice border decoration With a brown-red edge Marked on the back with the mark of Jacob van der Kool Also decorated with several symbols (also a strong reference to Chinese porcelain) Made of faience, Delft Blue Dimensions: 25.5 cm length x 25.5 cm width x 2.5 cm height Weight: 446 grams Good condition with some edge chipping Originating from the Netherlands, 1722-1757 The object will be packed with utmost care and shipped with Track&Trace

Estimate:£295.79

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