Two dishes c. 1650 - 1660

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This Delftware plate, painted in cobalt blue, showcases a scene of a Chinese landscape with figures and boats. Created by Willem Jansz. Verstraeten between 1650-1660, the piece exemplifies the popularity of Chinoiserie in 17th century Dutch art. The scene, though fantastical and inspired by imported Chinese porcelain, reveals Dutch artistic interpretations of Eastern culture. This "Two Dishes" plate, measuring 37.7 cm in diameter, is a testament to the Dutch mastery of tin-glazed earthenware and their fascination with the exotic.

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rijksmuseum over 1 year ago

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In the mid-17th century Dutch potters tried to produce earthenware that more closely resembled Chinese porcelain. They adapted the firing technique so that the dishes could be thinner, and the white tin glaze improved. While the painter of these dishes derived inspiration from Chinese porcelain, he added imaginary motifs, such as the pulpit and parts of the landscape.