Porcelain 1906 - 1945

"Porcelain" is a design by Dutch artist Reijer Stolk, created between 1906 and 1945. This small-scale pencil drawing, measuring 141 mm by 110 mm, depicts a bowl of fruit rendered in a stylized and geometric manner, characteristic of the Art Nouveau movement. Stolk’s use of color and line create a decorative effect that highlights the simple forms of the fruit and bowl. The inscription “Porcelain” suggests that this design was intended for a commercial application, potentially for a ceramic tile or textile pattern. Today, the piece is housed in the Rijksmuseum, offering viewers a glimpse into Stolk’s artistic process and the artistic trends of the early 20th century.