Royal Delft Blue Hand-Painted Vase

An exquisite original vase created in 1969 by the renowned Royal Delft factory, established in the 17th century in Holland and celebrated worldwide for its iconic Delft Blue ceramics. This elegant piece is hand-painted with delicate floral motifs in deep cobalt tones, showcasing the timeless artistry of Dutch ceramic tradition.The vase bears a signature on the bottom, including factory marks, a coded year of production, and the initials of the artist – C.J. Croonenburg, who worked at Royal Delft from 1958 to 1972. The refined silhouette and flawless craftsmanship make this vase not only a beautiful decorative accent but also a collectible item with historical value.A striking example of mid-century Delftware, this piece is in excellent condition and will lend charm and distinction to any interior.

Delft ceramics, also known as Delftware, 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.

Founded in 1653 in Delft, the Royal Delft factory (Koninklijke Porceleyne Fles) is the last remaining original Delftware manufacturer from the 17th century still in operation today. Known for its exceptional craftsmanship and iconic blue-and-white earthenware, Royal Delft has supplied decorative pieces to royalty and collectors around the world for centuries. Each piece is carefully signed on the bottom — alongside the Royal Delft maker’s mark, the base typically includes a year code indicating the production date and the initials of the individual artist who painted the piece, adding historical and collectible value.

C.J. Croonenburg was an artist associated with the prestigious Royal Delft factory (De Koninklijke Porceleyne Fles) in the Netherlands, where he worked from 1958 to 1972. During this time, he decorated classic Delft Blue pieces—characteristic white-and-cobalt ceramics hand-painted with floral, landscape, and ornamental motifs. His initials, placed on the bottom of the items alongside factory marks and date codes, allow for precise attribution of the works he created. Croonenburg’s pieces are distinguished by their precision and fidelity to traditional patterns, making them valuable examples of Dutch ceramic craftsmanship from the second half of the 20th century.

Product details:

• Overall dimensions: 11 3/8" x 6 3/4" x 3 1/8"

• Technique: Hand-painted Delft Blue

• Material: Glazed ceramic

• Origin: Holland (Royal Delft)

• Date: 1969

• Signature: Factory stamp, date code, and initials of C.J. Croonenburg