This exceptional eight-piece Dutch Delft garniture was hand painted circa 1820 in cobalt blue and bears the mark of De Klaauw, known as “The Claw.”
The garniture consists of five covered vases and three open beaker vases.
Each piece has a strongly modeled, faceted form rising from a hexagonal foot.
The covered vases have domed lids surmounted by traditional bird-and-ball finials.
The three beaker vases have lean, flaring forms that introduce contrast and balance within the complete arrangement.
Each piece is extensively hand painted with the celebrated Peacock’s Feathers pattern, a well-known Dutch Delft design widely used during the 18th and early 19th centuries.
The large stylized flowers and radiating leaves resemble the spreading feathers of a peacock’s tail.
Deep cobalt blue is balanced by lighter blue shading and areas of fresh white glaze, giving the decoration depth and movement.
The unusual eight-piece composition allows the garniture to be displayed in several arrangements.
Shown together, the graduated forms create an impressive and highly decorative grouping.
De Klaauw, meaning “The Claw,” was one of the historic pottery factories of Delft.
The factory began production in Delft, The Netherlands, in 1661 and remained active into the early 19th century,
Condition: Excellent
Marks: Factory marks for De Klaauw
Dimensions: The covered jars measure 12.5″ tall x 5.75″ wide x 4″ deep. The beaker vases measure 9″ tall x 5.25″ wide x 4″ deep.