Exquisite Plateelbakkerij Zuid Holland Vase – “Orchids”, 1919

This plateelbakkerij zuid holland vase titled “Orchids” (model 326 D) is a magnificent example of Dutch Art Nouveau ceramic design, produced in Gouda in 1919 by the prestigious Plateelbakkerij Zuid-Holland pottery.

Entirely hand-painted, the vase features a graceful floral composition of orchids, painted in vivid hues of blue, green and orange-brown over a soft cream background. The arrangement is carefully balanced, with two principal clusters of flowers—one on each side—interwoven with elegant stems and leaves that give the piece rhythm and harmony.

This plateelbakkerij zuid holland vase displays the hallmarks of early-20th-century Dutch craftsmanship: superb glazing, chromatic precision and naturalistic ornamentation inspired by botanical art. The painter’s mark “MS” appears beneath the base, along with the impressed model number 326 D, confirming its authenticity and period origin.

The vase remains in mint condition, with no cracks, chips or restorations. The surface retains its full lustre and clarity of color, attesting to the quality of materials and firing techniques used by the Gouda workshop.

Beyond its decorative value, this plateelbakkerij zuid holland vase is a piece of genuine artistic heritage—an object that bridges craftsmanship and fine art, ideal for collectors of European ceramics or as a refined accent in a distinguished interior.

Dimensions:
Height : 28.5 cm / 11.22 in.
Diameter : 17 cm / 6.69 in.

A rare and elegant plateelbakkerij zuid holland vase, signed, dated 1919, and representing the timeless beauty of Dutch Art Nouveau pottery.