Pair Blue and White Dutch Delft Chargers Hand Painted 18th Century

Background of “The Claw” De Klaauw was started by Cornelia Schoonhoven and Cornelis Cornelisz. van der Houve in 1661. The factory was successful, and in 1763, Lambertus Sanderus purchased it. One year after Lambertus Sanderus bought the factory, the city council of Delft instructed every potter to register their trademark. This was made to avoid unfair competition. The mark of Sanderus consisted of a stylized claw. The factory continued production until 1840. Background of Delft The technique of making Delft was first described in writing by Gerrit Paape in “Delft Pottery Maker,” written in 1794. Dedicated to Lambertus Sanderus, the owner of De Porceleyne Claeuw (The Porcelain Claw). Delft faience began in the 17th century. Much of the finest Delft was produced in the Dutch city of Delft. First, the Delft potters began to coat their pots thoroughly in a white tin glaze. They then covered the white tin-glaze with a clear glaze, giving the fired surface depth. Over time they created a good resemblance to porcelain. By about 1650, the technical skills of the potters and painters were much improved, and Delft began its golden age. We offer FREE shipping to the continental United States. For orders shipping outside the continental US, please email [email protected] for a shipping quote. Buyer Protection Guarantee: your purchase will arrive as described. Questions? Contact us.