De vrede van Versailles 1966

This Delftware plate, titled *De vrede van Versailles*, by De Porceleijne Fles, uses a blue palette to depict the treaty of Versailles. You can almost feel the painter’s hand guiding the brush, laying down each stroke with care to create a scene of peace, a concept so profound it's literally set in the clouds. The colors are striking yet muted, giving it a sense of timelessness. Look at the sun's rays—how they radiate outwards, hopeful and strong. I imagine the artist pausing, considering the weight of the armistice, and finding a way to express hope through radiating blue lines. I love the use of simple, symbolic imagery. This piece speaks to the human desire for peace, a theme that resonates across time, connecting this anonymous artist’s work with the contemporary drive toward shared understanding. It’s a beautiful reminder that art, in all its forms, allows us to imagine a better world.