Dish 1650 - 1660

This 17th-century tin-glazed earthenware dish, known as a *piatto*, was created by Willem Jansz. Verstraeten and is a fine example of Delftware. The dish features a central image of a church and surrounding landscape, surrounded by a decorative border of stylized foliage and winged figures. This design is characteristic of the *istoriato* style, which originated in Italy and became popular in the Netherlands. The dish is a testament to the craftsmanship and artistic excellence of Delftware makers in the 17th century, demonstrating the influence of Italian ceramics on Dutch art and design.