Vaas op ronde voet en met ingesnoerd lichaam, zich naar boven toe verjongend en eindigend in mondrand c. 1880 - 1920

This vase was made by De Porceleijne Fles, shaped with a round foot and constricting body, tapering upwards to finish in a mouth rim. It's porcelain, made using a mold, then hand painted with a stylized floral design. The decoration is applied with broad brushstrokes, which speak to the speed and skill of the painter. Porcelain production was complex, involving the extraction of raw materials, sophisticated kiln technology, and the division of labor. The Dutch Delftware factories like De Porceleijne Fles mass-produced objects to satisfy a growing consumer culture. This vase reflects the democratization of luxury goods. The cracks in the glaze are a reminder of the physical processes involved in its creation. The vase stands as a testament to the ingenuity of the makers, and the social and economic context in which it was produced. It blurs the boundaries between art, craft, and industry.