Bord, veelkleurig beschilderd met een tulp c. 1765 - 1770

This decorative plate, created by Joseph Hannonge, depicts a single, vibrantly colored tulip flower on a white background. The artist uses intricate detail to depict the flower's petals, leaves, and stem. The plate's rim is accented by a gold border. "Bord, veelkleurig beschilderd met een tulp" (Plate, painted in many colors with a tulip) reflects the Dutch Delftware tradition of floral motifs. The plate's simplicity and elegance are characteristic of the 18th-century style, making it a beautiful and timeless piece.