This Dutch Delftware metal-mounted clock garniture from the early 20th century is an elegant and decorative ensemble, featuring hand-painted blue and white designs typical of traditional Delft pottery. The set includes three key pieces, which are:
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Clock (48 cm high): The central piece is a two-handled baluster-shaped vase mounted as a clock. The enamel dial displays a windmill scene and is inscribed with "B.TAX Amsterdam." The blue-and-white decoration features stylized floral motifs, leaves, and exotic birds, all painted on a white ground.
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Pair of urn-shaped vases (60.5 cm high): Flanking the clock, there are two urn-shaped vases with covers, each surmounted by a five-light metal candelabra. The urns are similarly decorated with blue-and-white floral and bird motifs, and the metal bases rest on quadruped feet, adding a stately and ornate touch to the design.
Together, this garniture would have served both a decorative and functional purpose, combining the beauty of traditional Delftware with the utility of a clock and candelabras. Its craftsmanship and design elements point to the Dutch revival of interest in Delft pottery during the early 20th century, blending historical styles with contemporary taste.
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