Small, cylindrical bottle vase with flower sprays and precious objects c. 1680 - 1720

This small, cylindrical bottle vase, dating from the late 17th or early 18th century, showcases the popular Delftware style of blue and white porcelain. The vase, standing at just 12 centimeters tall, is decorated with delicate floral sprays painted in cobalt blue, a characteristic of this Dutch ceramic tradition. This piece, currently housed in the Rijksmuseum, exemplifies the fine craftsmanship and artistic taste of the period, reflecting the influence of Chinese porcelain on European decorative arts.