Onder deez'boom is't veilig ...en, anno 1914 1914

This commemorative plate, titled "Onder deez'boom is't veilig ...en, anno 1914," was produced in 1914 by the N.V. Société Céramique. The plate's central image depicts a woman, likely representing peace or hope, offering a loaf of bread to a crowd of people. The surrounding inscription, "Anno onder deez'boom is't veilig ...en, anno 1914," translates to "This year, under this tree, it is safe... and in the year 1914," suggesting the piece was created during a time of hardship or conflict, possibly referencing World War I. The plate's design is typical of commemorative ceramics, using symbolic imagery and text to convey a specific message and historical context. The use of a plate as a medium for such a piece was common, allowing for its use in homes and as a reminder of the era.