What is Delft known for?

Delft is known for its blue ceramic pottery called Delftware. Artisans in the Dutch city began producing the earthenware during the 16th century. In addition, Delft is the home of the 17th-century Dutch Baroque painter Johannes Vermeer. You'll find a range of Delftware on 1stDibs.

How can I tell how old my Delft is?

To tell how old your Delft is, look for the maker's markings. On most pieces, you will find the painter's initials as well as a two-letter date code. By comparing the date code on your piece to information provided on trusted online resources, you can find out its year of production. If you have trouble locating the date code, a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antiques dealer can assist you with dating. Explore a diverse assortment of Delft pottery on 1stDibs.

What is the difference between Delft and Chinoiserie?

The difference between Delft and Chinoiserie is that one is a specific type of pottery, and the other is a style of pottery. Chinoiserie is a general term for pottery and other decorative objects produced by Western artisans that draw inspiration from traditional Chinese functional and fine arts. Delft, or Delftware, is tin-glazed pottery made through techniques that originated in Delft, Netherlands. Many pieces of Delftware are examples of Chinoiserie because their decorative embellishments were inspired by Chinese porcelain. On 1stDibs, explore a selection of Delftware and Chinoiserie pottery.

How can I tell if Delft is real?

To tell if Delft pottery is real, look at it under a magnifying glass. Authentic Delftware should show visible brushstrokes, a sign that the pieces have hand-painted images. You can also turn the piece over and look for a crown cross marking with the words Handpainted, Delft Blue, Made in Holland. On 1stDibs, find a collection of expertly vetted Delft pottery.

When were Delft tiles made?

Delft tiles were made during the 17th and 18th centuries. The term refers to earthenware tiles with tin-glaze finishes that were meticulously hand-painted by artisans living in the city of Delft in what is now the Netherlands. Find a selection of Delft tiles on 1stDibs.

Are Delft tiles still being made?

Yes, Delft tiles are still being produced. Delft pottery, also known as Delftware or Delft Blue, refers to a tin-glazed earthenware crafted in the city of Delft in the Netherlands. Delftware is highly coveted due to the intricate nature of the design and is a favorite among home decor enthusiasts. Shop a wide range of authentic Delftware on 1stDibs.

Is Delft Blue still made?

Delft Blue is in fact still made today. There is one factory left, the Royal Dutch, which has been in operation since 1653. It continues to make delft blue using the traditional methods. You’ll find a variety of Delft blue products from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.

How much is Delft pottery worth?

How much Delft pottery is worth varies based on characteristics like type, style, age and condition. Selling prices usually start in the low hundreds, with the most valuable examples of Delft pottery worth $10,000 or more. True blue Delftware originates only from a single location: Delft in the Netherlands. These precious pieces pair well with French faience. Unlike Delftware, French faience utilizes a lead-and-tin glaze. To find out how much a specific piece is worth, have a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer evaluate it. On 1stDibs, shop a large selection of antique Delft pottery.

How do I identify my Delft pottery marks?

To identify your Delft pottery marks, try using the factory mark database on the Delfts Aardewerk platform. Several Dutch museums joined forces to create this site in order to educate the public and collectors about Delftware. On it, you'll find hundreds of pictures of makers’ markings and a handy search feature for browsing the images based on a description of your marking. If you're unable to find your mark on the site, a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer can aid you with making an identification. Explore a selection of Delft pottery on 1stDibs.

How can you tell real Delft pottery?

Delftware often has a maker's mark on the base or back of the item consisting of letters or figurative symbols to show where the item was manufactured. Today markings will say hand-painted in Holland as well as the phrase Delft blue in Dutch or English.

Vintage Delft Delft

Black Delft

Dutch Delft Vases

France Faience Plate

Henriot Quimper France

Blue And White French Faience

Delft Hand Painted In Holland

Midcentury Dutch Ceramic

White Delft

Category

Mid-20th Century French French Provincial Vintage Delft Delft

Materials

Earthenware

Luneville French Faience Elysee Louis XV Yellow Cafe Service for Four, 11 Pcs

$445

Mid-Century French Henriot Quimper Faience Square Serving Bowl, Breton Femme

By Henriot Quimper

Located in Philadelphia, PA

A Mid-Century French Faiençe deep square shaped serving bowl, signed Henriot Quimper France, mold no. 575. A central sujet ordinaire image of a Breton woman, the femme de la Cam...

Category

Mid-20th Century French French Provincial Vintage Delft Delft

Materials

Earthenware

Mid-Century French Henriot Quimper Faience Square Serving Bowl, Breton Femme

$345

Mid-Century HenRiot Quimper Faiençe Oval Platter, Femme de la Campagne Breton

By Henriot Quimper

Located in Philadelphia, PA

A Midcentury earthenware faience large oval serving platter, signed HenRiot Quimper, France No. 76. The center shows the sujet ordinaire of a femme de la campagne, the French Breto...

Category

Mid-20th Century French French Provincial Vintage Delft Delft

Materials

Earthenware

Mid-Century HenRiot Quimper Faiençe Oval Platter, Femme de la Campagne Breton

$345

Large Vintage Italian Faience Polychrome Tulip Centerpiece

Located in Vero Beach, FL

Large vintage Italian faience polychrome tulip centerpiece An exceptionally beautiful faience polychrome tulip centerpiece. Probably made in Toscana, Italy; it is naturalistically...

Category

Mid-20th Century Italian French Provincial Vintage Delft Delft

Materials

Faience

Large Vintage Italian Faience Polychrome Tulip Centerpiece

$1,350

Set of Six "Bicentennial French Revolution" Hand Painted Plates from Brittany

Located in Dallas, TX

Decorate a kitchen wall or fill up a decorative hutch with this elegant set of hand painted, ceramic plates. Crafted in Pornic, France circa 1989, and created for the bi-centennial o...

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1980s French Vintage Delft Delft

Materials

Ceramic

Set of Six "Bicentennial French Revolution" Hand Painted Plates from Brittany

$375 / set

Urn, faience, by Eva Jancke- Björk for Bo fajans, Sweden, 1930´s. H 80 cm/31, 5"

By Bo Fajans, Eva Jancke-Björk

Located in Stockholm, SE

Urn in blue glazed ceramic/faience, fish motif. Height 80 cm / 31,5 inches. Designed by Eva Jancke-Björk (1882-1981), Bo Fajans, Gefle, Sweden, 1930´s.

Category

1930s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Delft Delft

Materials

Faience

Urn, faience, by Eva Jancke- Björk for Bo fajans, Sweden, 1930´s. H 80 cm/31, 5"

$1,400

Italian Provincial Deruta Hand Painted Faience Pottery Jug

By Deruta

Located in Elkhart, IN

A beautiful hand painted blue, white, yellow, and green faience pottery jug or vase featuring floral designs. By Deruta Italy, Late 20th Century Measures: 5"W x 4.75"D x 6.5"H. G...

Category

Late 20th Century Italian French Provincial Vintage Delft Delft

Materials

Faience, Pottery

Italian Provincial Deruta Hand Painted Faience Pottery Jug

$195

Vintage Dutch Spice Cabinet With Blue Onion Ceramic Inserts

Located in Centennial, CO

A charming vintage Dutch kitchen spice rack is made of wood and has ceramic blue and white (blue onion pattern) drawer inserts. The cabinet door opens for fresh egg storage (in Europ...

Category

Mid-20th Century Dutch Dutch Colonial Vintage Delft Delft

Materials

Ceramic, Pine

Vintage Dutch Spice Cabinet With Blue Onion Ceramic Inserts

$695

French Faience Hand Painted Pink Strasburg Tureen With Cover

By Muller Fres Lunneville

Located in Valladolid, ES

A Very Nice French Faience Hand Painted Tureen With Cover Beautiful tureen with lid in Faince or French Mayolique, hand painted, Luneville Strasburg manufacture, following 18th cent...

Category

1960s Baroque Revival Vintage Delft Delft

Materials

Faience

French Faience Hand Painted Pink Strasburg Tureen With Cover

$393

Stig Lindberg, ceramic faience plate for Gustavsberg, 1950s

By Gustavsberg, Stig Lindberg

Located in Uppsala, SE

Leaf shaped ceramic faience plate / dish design by Swedish design legend Stig Lindberg for his long time collaborator Gustavsberg. This model were produced in a number of colour vari...

Category

Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Delft Delft

Materials

Faience

Stig Lindberg, ceramic faience plate for Gustavsberg, 1950s

$575

Stig Lindberg, ceramic faience plate for Gustavsberg, 1950s

By Stig Lindberg, Gustavsberg

Located in Uppsala, SE

Leaf shaped ceramic faience plate / dish design by Swedish design legend Stig Lindberg for his long time collaborator Gustavsberg. This model were produced in a number of colour vari...

Category

Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Delft Delft

Materials

Faience

Stig Lindberg, ceramic faience plate for Gustavsberg, 1950s

$503

Pair of Henriot Quimper Faience Coffee Mugs

By Henriot Quimper

Located in Port Jervis, NY

Beautiful pair of Henriot Quimper Faience coffee mugs with the traditional Breton figures male and female on either mugs. In excellent vintage condition with virtually no wear, minor...

Category

1980s French French Provincial Vintage Delft Delft

Materials

Faience

Pair of Henriot Quimper Faience Coffee Mugs

$145 / set

Tall Vase by Stig Lindberg

By Stig Lindberg

Located in New York, NY

Decorative vase by Stig Lindberg, Sweden. This design group was called "Karneval". This vase was one of 32 other vases, ashtrays and bowls in the group. It was produced from 1958-196...

Category

1950s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Delft Delft

Materials

Faience

Tall Vase by Stig Lindberg

$1,550

Oyster Server

Located in New Orleans, LA

Estate Faience # tier Oyster Server Signed Longchamp Company Circa 1940s

Category

1940s French Vintage Delft Delft

Materials

Faience

Oyster Server

$2,800

Vintage XL Delft Vase Royal Delft Covered Jar Blue White Delftware Chinoiserie

By Delft, AK Dutch Delftware, Royal Delft

Located in Wommelgem, VAN

A extremely rare tall ( almost a meter) Dutch Delftware Royal Delft vase - Urn. Tall decorative

Category

20th Century Dutch Baroque Vintage Delft Delft

Materials

Delft

Vintage XL Delft Vase Royal Delft Covered Jar Blue White Delftware Chinoiserie

$8,339

Pair of Vintage Dutch Delft Faience Candlesticks

By Delft

Located in Pearland, TX

A lovely pair of Mid-Century Dutch Delft faience candlesticks. These fine candlesticks are hand

Category

Mid-20th Century Dutch Vintage Delft Delft

Materials

Ceramic, Faience

Pair of Vintage Dutch Delft Faience Candlesticks

$316 / set

Delft Blue and White Ginger Jar Urns

By Delft

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

Gorgeous Blue and White transfer ware Ginger Jar Urns. Hand made in Holland. Beautiful rich color. Both in excellent condition.

Category

1940s German Baroque Vintage Delft Delft

Materials

Ceramic, Porcelain

Delft Blue and White Ginger Jar Urns

$600 / set

Dutch Delft Hand-Painted Vases, Monumental Chinoiserie Pair, 1950s

By Delft

Located in AMSTERDAM, NL

These two distinctly shaped Delft-style polychrome vases exemplify the bold, exuberant artistry of

Category

Mid-20th Century Dutch Chinoiserie Vintage Delft Delft

Materials

Ceramic, Earthenware

Dutch Delft Hand-Painted Vases, Monumental Chinoiserie Pair, 1950s

$1,559

Boch Delfts Blue and White Vase, Mid-20th Century

By Delft

Located in Elkhart, IN

A beautiful blue and white Delft porcelain vase By Both for Royal Sphinx Holland, Circa Mid-20th

Category

Mid-20th Century Dutch Chinoiserie Vintage Delft Delft

Materials

Porcelain

Boch Delfts Blue and White Vase, Mid-20th Century

$125

Pair of Large Dutch Delft Blue and White Covered Vases

By Royal Delft

Located in Katonah, NY

A pair of Dutch delft blue and white covered vases painted in deep cobalt showing a pair of quail

Category

20th Century Dutch Rococo Vintage Delft Delft

Materials

Delft, Faience

Pair of Large Dutch Delft Blue and White Covered Vases

$4,200

Mid-Century Dutch Blue and White Painted Faience Delft Vase

By Delft

Located in Dallas, TX

Decorate a shelf or console table with this elegant and colorful antique Delft vase. Crafted in

Category

Mid-20th Century Dutch Vintage Delft Delft

Materials

Ceramic, Faience

Mid-Century Dutch Blue and White Painted Faience Delft Vase

$425

Set of Three Midcentury Dutch Hand Painted Porcelain Delft Cows

By Delft

Located in Dallas, TX

traditional Delft blue and white colors. Each bovine figure is stamped on the bottom "Delft" with initials and

Category

Mid-20th Century Dutch Vintage Delft Delft

Materials

Porcelain

Set of Three Midcentury Dutch Hand Painted Porcelain Delft Cows

$1,200 / set

20th Century Blue and White Delft Knobbelvaas or Gourd Vase

By Delft

Located in Pease pottage, West Sussex

Dutch Delft Blue and White Knobbelvaas or double gourd vase. Bulbous body beneath a knopped neck

Category

1940s Dutch Vintage Delft Delft

Materials

Ceramic

20th Century Blue and White Delft Knobbelvaas or Gourd Vase

$1,087

French Ceramic Table Lamp in the Delft Style, Mid-Century

By Delft

Located in Labrit, Landes

Ceramic table lamp from Delft Manufactures. French circa 1960. Good vintage condition. Height

Category

1960s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Delft Delft

Materials

Ceramic

French Ceramic Table Lamp in the Delft Style, Mid-Century

$539

20th Century Holland Ceramic Vase with Blue Floreal Decorations by Delft

By Delft

Located in Casale Monferrato, IT

Beautiful vase in ceramic by Delft. Refined floral decoration in shades of blue. This is a

Category

1960s Unknown Vintage Delft Delft

Materials

Ceramic

20th Century Holland Ceramic Vase with Blue Floreal Decorations by Delft

20th Century Holland Ceramic Platters with Blue Floreal Decorations by Delft

By Delft

Located in Casale Monferrato, IT

Beautiful set of two platters in ceramic by Delft. Refined floral decoration in shades of blue

Category

1980s Unknown Vintage Delft Delft

Materials

Ceramic

20th Century Holland Ceramic Platters with Blue Floreal Decorations by Delft

$959

20th Century Holland Ceramic Vase with Blue Floreal Decorations by Delft

By Delft

Located in Casale Monferrato, IT

Beautiful vase in ceramic decorated by Delft in shades of blue. Classical taste decoration with

Category

1960s Unknown Vintage Delft Delft

Materials

Ceramic

20th Century Holland Ceramic Vase with Blue Floreal Decorations by Delft

$959

Large Hand-Painted Dutch Delft Blue and White Ceramic Table Lamp

By Delft

Located in AMSTERDAM, NL

a rare, hand-painted Delft Blue vase produced by the esteemed Velsen Pottery in the Netherlands

Category

Mid-20th Century Dutch Chinoiserie Vintage Delft Delft

Materials

Brass

Large Hand-Painted Dutch Delft Blue and White Ceramic Table Lamp

$2,543

Mid-Century Dutch Hand Painted Blue and White Delft Faience Miniature Violin

By Delft

Located in Dallas, TX

Delft blue and white palette. The decorative piece is in excellent condition with markings on the

Category

Mid-20th Century French Vintage Delft Delft

Materials

Faience

Mid-Century Dutch Hand Painted Blue and White Delft Faience Miniature Violin

$675

A Pair of Large Dutch Delft Blue and White Covered Vases

By Royal Delft

Located in Katonah, NY

A pair of large, ribbed, octagonal vases decorated in deep cobalt blue with a scene of a peacock in a flower filled garden. The shoulders decorated with lambrequins. The cover and ba...

Category

20th Century Dutch Rococo Vintage Delft Delft

Materials

Delft, Faience

A Pair of Large Dutch Delft Blue and White Covered Vases

$5,800

Vintage circa 1950s Large Royal Delft Boch Blue and White Wall Plate

By Delft

Located in Casale Monferrato, IT

It is marked " Made For Royal Sphinx - By Boch - Holland - Delfts". Dutch countryside landscape

Category

1950s Unknown Vintage Delft Delft

Materials

Ceramic

Vintage circa 1950s Large Royal Delft Boch Blue and White Wall Plate

$359

Mid-20th Century French Hand-Painted Faience Vase Delft Style with Windmill

By Delft

Located in Dallas, TX

This antique planter was created in France, circa 1950. Hand-painted in a blue and white Delft

Category

Mid-20th Century French Vintage Delft Delft

Materials

Faience, Porcelain

Mid-20th Century French Hand-Painted Faience Vase Delft Style with Windmill

$450

Vintage Delft Floral Blue and White Ceramic and Brass Candlesticks, a Pair 1950s

By Delft

Located in Moreno Valley, CA

Vintage Blue and White Delft and Brass Hand Painted Candle Hder, 1950s.Hand painted Delft Floral

Category

Mid-20th Century Dutch Vintage Delft Delft

Materials

Brass

Vintage Delft Floral Blue and White Ceramic and Brass Candlesticks, a Pair 1950s

$195 / set

Pair of Mid-20th Century Dutch Blue and White Maastricht Delft Ginger Jars

By Delft

Located in Dallas, TX

bottom Petrus Regout Maastricht, Delft, Holland. These pieces are in excellent condition with rich colors

Category

Mid-20th Century Dutch Vintage Delft Delft

Materials

Ceramic, Faience

Pair of Mid-20th Century Dutch Blue and White Maastricht Delft Ginger Jars

$1,300 / set

Vintage circa 1950s Large Royal Delft Boch Blue and White Wall Charger Plate

By Delft

Located in Casale Monferrato, IT

It is marked "Made For Royal Sphinx - By Boch - Holland - Delfts". This has a hanging loop for wall

Category

1950s Unknown Vintage Delft Delft

Materials

Ceramic

Vintage circa 1950s Large Royal Delft Boch Blue and White Wall Charger Plate

$359

Mid-Century Dutch Blue and White Hand-Painted Faience Delft Vases, Set of 3

By Delft

Located in Dallas, TX

Decorate a shelf or console table with this elegant set of three antique Delft vases. Crafted in

Category

Mid-20th Century Dutch Vintage Delft Delft

Materials

Ceramic, Faience

Mid-Century Dutch Blue and White Hand-Painted Faience Delft Vases, Set of 3

$1,900 / set

Mid-Century Dutch Hand-Painted Blue and White Faience Delft Ginger Jar with Lid

By Delft

Located in Dallas, TX

ceramic piece is in excellent condition with rich colors and is stamped on the bottom “Delft, hand-painted

Category

Mid-20th Century Dutch Vintage Delft Delft

Materials

Ceramic, Porcelain

Mid-Century Dutch Hand-Painted Blue and White Faience Delft Ginger Jar with Lid

$775

Pair of Mid-20th Century Dutch Painted Blue and White Faience Delft Ginger Jars

By Delft

Located in Dallas, TX

Sphinx by Boch, Delfts” for further authentication. The tall vases are in excellent condition with rich

Category

Mid-20th Century Dutch Vintage Delft Delft

Materials

Ceramic, Faience

Pair of Mid-20th Century Dutch Painted Blue and White Faience Delft Ginger Jars

$1,600 / set

Pair of Mid-20th Century Dutch Painted Blue and White Faience Delft Ginger Jars

By Delft

Located in Dallas, TX

Sphinx by Maastricht, Delfts” for further authentication. The tall vases are in excellent condition with

Category

Mid-20th Century Dutch Vintage Delft Delft

Materials

Ceramic, Faience

Pair of Mid-20th Century Dutch Painted Blue and White Faience Delft Ginger Jars

$1,600 / set

Mid-Century Dutch Faience Blue and White Painted Delft Ginger Jar with Lid

By Delft

Located in Dallas, TX

Crafted in Holland circa 1960 and round in shape, the large faience potiche features a hand painted medallion decorated with a village scene, a river and barques and sailboats. The t...

Category

Mid-20th Century Dutch Vintage Delft Delft

Materials

Ceramic, Faience

Mid-Century Dutch Faience Blue and White Painted Delft Ginger Jar with Lid

$675

Set of Three Mid-20th Century Dutch Blue and White Delft Vases and Matching Jar

By Delft

Located in Dallas, TX

This vintage pair of ceramic Delft vases with matching ginger jar and lid was created in Holland

Category

Mid-20th Century Dutch Vintage Delft Delft

Materials

Ceramic, Porcelain

Set of Three Mid-20th Century Dutch Blue and White Delft Vases and Matching Jar

$975 / set

Royal Delft Blue 1940 Table Lamp, William Morris Lampshade

By Royal Delft

Located in AMSTERDAM, NL

Delfts (De Proceleyne Fles) Delft Blue (Delfts Blauw) vase. The exquisite ribbed vase (or pul), which

Category

Mid-20th Century Dutch Arts and Crafts Vintage Delft Delft

Materials

Brass

Royal Delft Blue 1940 Table Lamp, William Morris Lampshade

$1,787

Dutch Hand-Painted Royal Delft Blue and White Ceramic Table Lamp, 1970s

By Royal Delft

Located in AMSTERDAM, NL

Exquisitely handcrafted by Amitābha Studio from a vintage Royal Delft (De Porceleyne Fles) vase

Category

1970s Dutch Chinoiserie Vintage Delft Delft

Materials

Brass

Dutch Hand-Painted Royal Delft Blue and White Ceramic Table Lamp, 1970s

$1,439

Royal Delft Imari "Pijnacker" Style Table Lamp with New Ivory Pleated Lampshade

By Royal Delft

Located in AMSTERDAM, NL

Meticulously handcrafted by Amitābha Studio in Amsterdam from a vintage Royal Delft (De Porceleyne

Category

1970s Dutch Chinoiserie Vintage Delft Delft

Materials

Brass

Royal Delft Imari "Pijnacker" Style Table Lamp with New Ivory Pleated Lampshade

$1,787

Vintage Royal Delft De Porceleyne Fles Polychrome Ginger Jar Vase Foo Lion Dog

By Royal Delft

Located in Dayton, OH

Royal Delft De Porceleyne Fles lidded jar. Hand painted with flowers and figural fu dog lid. Marked

Category

20th Century Chinoiserie Vintage Delft Delft

Materials

Porcelain

Vintage Royal Delft De Porceleyne Fles Polychrome Ginger Jar Vase Foo Lion Dog

$115

Blue and White Royal Delft Table Lamp with Liberty London Arts Crafts Shade

By Royal Delft

Located in AMSTERDAM, NL

creation, featuring a vintage Royal Delft (De Porceleyne Fles) White (Delfts Wit) vase. The vase, with its

Category

Mid-20th Century Dutch Arts and Crafts Vintage Delft Delft

Materials

Brass

Blue and White Royal Delft Table Lamp with Liberty London Arts Crafts Shade

$623

Dutch Royal Delft Blue and White Ceramic Table Lamps, Louis XV Style, 1970s

By Royal Delft

Located in AMSTERDAM, NL

of table lamps made from vintage Royal Delft Blue vases, Louis XV model, hand-painted by Royal Delft

Category

1970s Dutch Louis XV Vintage Delft Delft

Materials

Brass

Dutch Royal Delft Blue and White Ceramic Table Lamps, Louis XV Style, 1970s

$3,587 / set

Blue and White Ceramic Dutch Boch Delft Collectible Plate

By Delft, Royal Copenhagen

Located in Moreno Valley, CA

Stunning Boch Delfts blue and white plate in very good condition. Signed and numbered by the

Category

Mid-20th Century Dutch Folk Art Vintage Delft Delft

Materials

Ceramic

Blue and White Ceramic Dutch Boch Delft Collectible Plate

$250

Royal Delft Hand-Painted Blue and White Table Lamp, 1948, New Pleated Silk Shade

By Royal Delft, Amitābha Studio, Delft

Located in AMSTERDAM, NL

Large Royal Delft 1948 hand-painted blue and white ceramic table lamp with new pleated silk

Category

1940s Dutch Chinoiserie Vintage Delft Delft

Materials

Brass

Royal Delft Hand-Painted Blue and White Table Lamp, 1948, New Pleated Silk Shade

$2,267

1980s Pair of Delft Ceramic Cats

Located in Marbella, ES

1980s pair of delft ceramic cats.

Category

Late 20th Century Dutch Vintage Delft Delft

Materials

Delft

1980s Pair of Delft Ceramic Cats

$1,199 / set

Blue and White Delft Vases

Located in Katonah, NY

An attractive pair of blue and white Dutch delft covered vases painted in the softest pale blue

Category

20th Century Dutch Rococo Vintage Delft Delft

Materials

Delft

Blue and White Delft Vases

$1,800

Delft Blue and White Ginger Jars

Located in Katonah, NY

A pair of large Blue and White Dutch Delft jars decorated with panels showing flowers in a garden

Category

20th Century Dutch Chinoiserie Vintage Delft Delft

Materials

Delft

Delft Blue and White Ginger Jars

$3,800 / set

Charming delft chandelier with "bird" motif

Located in Houston, TX

Delft chandelier that is highly unusual. The 8 arms are iron. There are 3 levels

Category

1940s Dutch Vintage Delft Delft

Materials

Iron

Charming delft chandelier with "bird" motif

$2,975

Pair of Vintage Hand Painted Blue and White Porcelain Vases Umbrella Stands

By Delft

Located in Dallas, TX

bands in the style of Delft. The tall antique vessels are in excellent condition commensurate with age

Category

Mid-20th Century Chinese Vintage Delft Delft

Materials

Porcelain

Pair of Vintage Hand Painted Blue and White Porcelain Vases Umbrella Stands

$2,800 / set

Pair of Vintage English Hand Painted Blue and White Porcelain Jars with Lids

By Delft

Located in Dallas, TX

traditional Delft blue and white palette. One jar has a metal lid, while the other is dressed with a ceramic

Category

Late 20th Century English Vintage Delft Delft

Materials

Ceramic

Pair of Vintage English Hand Painted Blue and White Porcelain Jars with Lids

$575 / set

Portuguese Blue and White Ceramic Table Lamp with Hand-Painted Animal Motifs

By Delft

Located in AMSTERDAM, NL

Iberian ceramic artistry. This Portuguese Delft-style faience table lamp balances historical charm with

Category

Late 20th Century Portuguese Chinoiserie Vintage Delft Delft

Materials

Brass

Portuguese Blue and White Ceramic Table Lamp with Hand-Painted Animal Motifs

$989

Pair of Delft Blue and White Vases

Located in Katonah, NY

A pair of lobed Dutch delft blue and white octagonal vases painted with flowers, leaves and

Category

20th Century Dutch Rococo Vintage Delft Delft

Materials

Delft

Pair of Delft Blue and White Vases

$1,680

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Vintage Delft Delft For Sale on 1stDibs

At 1stDibs, there are many versions of the ideal vintage delft delft for your home. Frequently made of ceramic, earthenware and faience, every vintage delft delft was constructed with great care. You’ve searched high and low for the perfect vintage delft delft — we have versions that date back to the 20th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 20th Century are available. A vintage delft delft is a generally popular piece of furniture, but those created in Baroque, Mid-Century Modern and Rococo styles are sought with frequency. You’ll likely find more than one vintage delft delft that is appealing in its simplicity, but Delft, Henriot Quimper and Royal Copenhagen produced versions that are worth a look.

How Much is a Vintage Delft Delft?

Prices for a vintage delft delft start at $39 and top out at $20,000 with the average selling for $750.

Questions About Vintage Delft Delft

What is Delft known for?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
Delft is known for its blue ceramic pottery called Delftware. Artisans in the Dutch city began producing the earthenware during the 16th century. In addition, Delft is the home of the 17th-century Dutch Baroque painter Johannes Vermeer. You'll find a range of Delftware on 1stDibs.
How can I tell how old my Delft is?
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1stDibs ExpertMay 3, 2024
To tell how old your Delft is, look for the maker's markings. On most pieces, you will find the painter's initials as well as a two-letter date code. By comparing the date code on your piece to information provided on trusted online resources, you can find out its year of production. If you have trouble locating the date code, a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antiques dealer can assist you with dating. Explore a diverse assortment of Delft pottery on 1stDibs.
What is the difference between Delft and Chinoiserie?
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1stDibs ExpertOctober 7, 2024
The difference between Delft and Chinoiserie is that one is a specific type of pottery, and the other is a style of pottery. Chinoiserie is a general term for pottery and other decorative objects produced by Western artisans that draw inspiration from traditional Chinese functional and fine arts. Delft, or Delftware, is tin-glazed pottery made through techniques that originated in Delft, Netherlands. Many pieces of Delftware are examples of Chinoiserie because their decorative embellishments were inspired by Chinese porcelain. On 1stDibs, explore a selection of Delftware and Chinoiserie pottery.
How can I tell if Delft is real?
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1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
To tell if Delft pottery is real, look at it under a magnifying glass. Authentic Delftware should show visible brushstrokes, a sign that the pieces have hand-painted images. You can also turn the piece over and look for a crown cross marking with the words Handpainted, Delft Blue, Made in Holland. On 1stDibs, find a collection of expertly vetted Delft pottery.
When were Delft tiles made?
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1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
Delft tiles were made during the 17th and 18th centuries. The term refers to earthenware tiles with tin-glaze finishes that were meticulously hand-painted by artisans living in the city of Delft in what is now the Netherlands. Find a selection of Delft tiles on 1stDibs.
Are Delft tiles still being made?
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1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
Yes, Delft tiles are still being produced. Delft pottery, also known as Delftware or Delft Blue, refers to a tin-glazed earthenware crafted in the city of Delft in the Netherlands. Delftware is highly coveted due to the intricate nature of the design and is a favorite among home decor enthusiasts. Shop a wide range of authentic Delftware on 1stDibs.
Is Delft Blue still made?
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1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
Delft Blue is in fact still made today. There is one factory left, the Royal Dutch, which has been in operation since 1653. It continues to make delft blue using the traditional methods. You’ll find a variety of Delft blue products from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
How much is Delft pottery worth?
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1stDibs ExpertSeptember 16, 2024
How much Delft pottery is worth varies based on characteristics like type, style, age and condition. Selling prices usually start in the low hundreds, with the most valuable examples of Delft pottery worth $10,000 or more. True blue Delftware originates only from a single location: Delft in the Netherlands. These precious pieces pair well with French faience. Unlike Delftware, French faience utilizes a lead-and-tin glaze. To find out how much a specific piece is worth, have a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer evaluate it. On 1stDibs, shop a large selection of antique Delft pottery.
How do I identify my Delft pottery marks?
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1stDibs ExpertSeptember 23, 2024
To identify your Delft pottery marks, try using the factory mark database on the Delfts Aardewerk platform. Several Dutch museums joined forces to create this site in order to educate the public and collectors about Delftware. On it, you'll find hundreds of pictures of makers’ markings and a handy search feature for browsing the images based on a description of your marking. If you're unable to find your mark on the site, a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer can aid you with making an identification. Explore a selection of Delft pottery on 1stDibs.
How can you tell real Delft pottery?
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1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
Delftware often has a maker's mark on the base or back of the item consisting of letters or figurative symbols to show where the item was manufactured. Today markings will say hand-painted in Holland as well as the phrase Delft blue in Dutch or English.