Delft Style Ceramic Pottery Pitcher with Floral Motifs

Vintage white and blue ceramic pottery pitcher by Royal Goedewaagen showcases rich hand-painted floral motifs in classic Delft blue. Crafted in the 20th century in Holland, this hexagonal pitcher combines graceful form with detailed cobalt decoration, reflecting the heritage of Dutch Delftware craftsmanship. Marked on the base Royal Goedewaagen Blauw Delft Serie "Gouda" Holland, it stands as both a decorative accent and a collectible example of European pottery.

Product details:

• Overall dimensions: Height 8″ × Diameter 4 1/4″ (with handle 5 1/2")
• Technique: Hand-painted Delftware ceramic
• Origin: Holland
• Date: 20th century
• Signature: Marked on the base: Royal Goedewaagen Blauw Delft Serie "Gouda" Holland
• Condition: Excellent vintage condition, no chips or cracks

Delft ceramics, also known as Delftware or Delft porcelain, is a type of hand-painted tin-glazed earthenware that has been produced since the 17th century in the Dutch city of Delft. Inspired by Chinese porcelain, it is characterized by a white tin glaze with decorations, most often in shades of blue (known as Delft Blue), depicting Dutch scenes, floral motifs, and biblical imagery. It was made in the form of plates, vases, tiles, and jugs. The most famous still-operating manufacturer is Royal Delft (De Porceleyne Fles). Delftware differs from true porcelain in its material (earthenware), hand-painted decoration, and often the presence of factory marks or date codes on the underside.

Royal Goedewaagen is one of the oldest and most prestigious ceramic manufacturers in the Netherlands, with origins dating back to 1610. Based in Gouda, the company gained international recognition for its high-quality Delftware, faience, and decorative ceramics. Over the centuries, Royal Goedewaagen has become synonymous with Dutch ceramic tradition, blending historical craftsmanship with refined artistry. The “Blauw Delft” series, including this pitcher, showcases their mastery of cobalt blue painting on creamy white earthenware — a hallmark of timeless Dutch design.