Schotel, beschilderd met het Oordeel van koning Salomo c. 1655 - 1660

This Delftware plate, "Schotel, beschilderd met het Oordeel van koning Salomo," created by Willem Jansz. Verstraeten between 1655 and 1660, depicts the biblical tale of King Solomon's judgment. The central scene showcases King Solomon in his court, adjudicating a dispute between two women claiming the same child. The plate's rim is adorned with a delicate floral motif. This piece exemplifies the exquisite craftsmanship and detailed storytelling prevalent in 17th-century Dutch ceramics, a testament to the artistic legacy of Delftware.