De Porceleyne Byl

Large, monumental antique Delft blue earthenware charger with tin glaze, circular shape and traditional blue-and-white decoration. The plate shows a refined Chinoiserie scene (18th-century baroque style with Oriental influences) of a figure looking out from a garden pavilion or pagoda, flanked by flowering branches and two birds (one flying and one perched). On the right in the central décor is a hand-painted pseudo-Chinese character (a vertical stroke with dots), which in the 18th century was deliberately added to evoke the illusion of the then-costly Chinese import porcelain. The broad rim (marli) is traditionally divided into cartouches with a diamond-pattern nap and knotted loops. History and background: This object was manufactured in the third quarter of the 18th century (ca. 1750–1780) in Delft, the Netherlands. At the back there is a hand-painted cobalt blue underglaze factory mark in the shape of an axe. This is the iconic mark of the famous Delft ceramics factory De Porceleyne Byl (active 1657 to 1803), during this flourishing period led by master potter Justus Brouwer [De Porceleyne Byl (1657-1803) - Delftsaardewerk.nl]. • Number of objects: 1 object (as shown in the photos) • Dimensions: Diameter of the top: 33.0 cm / Height of the rim: 5.0 cm • Weight: 1440 grams Condition and damage (Reference to the photos): The charger is in a reasonable to good antique condition, commensurate with its almost 250-year age, with a clear historical restoration: • Crack line & Restoration: There is an old, stable crack running across the charger. It has been filled on both the front and back with a cream-white restoration paste/filler, extending from the top edge through the central decor to the bottom (clearly visible in detail photos 2, 3, 5, 9, 10 and 11). • Overpainting: Around this crack line in the central decor (notably near the perched bird and the flower branches) there are matte, repainted blue retouches applied to visually integrate the crack (see detail photos 9, 10 and 11). • Rim damage: The rim (marli) shows the characteristic edge damage, small chips and glaze flakes (fritting) typical for this tin-glaze material, where the underlying brown earthenware becomes visible (see, among others, photos 3 and 4). The entire object has a lovely, finely craquelé surface. Markings on the object: Featuring a hand-painted cobalt blue underglaze factory mark on the back in the shape of an axe (De Porceleyne Byl), sharply shown in detail images 4 and 7. There is also an old iron string hanger mounted on the back. Careful Packaging & Shipping We take utmost care in packing fragile and antique ceramics. Due to the substantial size (33 cm) and weight (1440 grams), this charger will be packaged extremely robustly, double‑layered, and individually wrapped with high-quality protective materials, including thick bubble wrap, sturdy cardboard, and shock-absorbing filling materials. Shipping takes place via registered and insured parcel post with Track & Trace through a reliable courier (PostNL/DHL), ensuring this unique showpiece is delivered safely to your home. Important information about shipping (Holiday / Absence) Please note that due to a planned holiday we will be away from 19 November to 6 December. • Purchases paid before 19 November will of course be shipped immediately. • Purchases made during our absence will be carefully packed and shipped as soon as we return on 7 December, with the greatest care and highest priority. We thank you very much for your understanding!

Estimate:£8.34

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