Schotel of bord met dansende beer c. 1774 - 1784

This decorative plate, created in the Netherlands between 1774 and 1784 by Loosdrecht, is part of a larger set featuring scenes from the Dutch countryside. The plate depicts a group of figures, likely children, interacting with a bear within a fenced enclosure. The central scene is printed in a vibrant purple color and surrounded by a delicate border of gold trim and scattered pink flowers. This plate, now housed at the Rijksmuseum, exemplifies Dutch porcelain artistry and the popularity of pastoral themes in 18th-century decorative arts.