A So Called 'Tea Tree' Charger in Delft Earthenware


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Description

This Dutch Delft dish in the “Theeboom” pattern shows a tea plant with a fan-shaped bouquet of leaves and flowers. It was quite popular in the mid-18th century. The decoration fills the well of the charger. On the border are medallions and floral designs. The edges are delicately scalloped, which adds another beautiful dimension to the dish.

  • With the usual ' Tea Tree ' motif issuing from a fence
  • Decoration totally fills the well of the charger
  • On the border are medallions and scroll designs
  • The edge is delicately scalloped
Origin
The Netherlands
Period
Mid 18th century
Material
Tin-glazed earthenware
Reference
111-1115

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