Vaas op voet met nodus, beschilderd met bladmotieven 1894

This vase was crafted by N.V. Haagsche Plateelfabriek Rozenburg, using earthenware, and painted with delicate leaf motifs. The vase is structured around a central, elongated form that subtly tapers inward, creating a gentle curve that is pleasing to the eye. The color palette focuses on muted greens and creams, which provides a subdued, natural aesthetic. The leaf patterns are stylized, repeating in a vertical rhythm that emphasizes the height and slender shape of the vase. Notice how the negative space is used – the cream-colored background peeks through the leaf designs, acting as a structural element. This interplay of color and pattern invites us to see how the vase functions within the semiotic framework of decorative arts, where form follows function, but also communicates a certain aesthetic value. As we observe, we are reminded that art serves as an ongoing dialogue between maker, object, and viewer, each bringing our own interpretations to this silent yet expressive form.