How were these ceramic vessels used?

Many of these pieces served practical domestic functions, including storing dry goods in apothecary jars, serving liquids from jugs, or holding water in planters and vases. Large chargers and decorative plates were primarily hung on walls or displayed on dressers to show off artistic skill. Other forms had specific social uses, such as posset pots for celebratory drinks or puzzle jugs meant as entertaining tavern novelties. Over time, their role shifted toward pure decorative display as surviving examples entered collections.

What is Dutch Delftware?

Dutch Delftware refers to tin-glazed earthenware produced in the Netherlands, particularly around the city of Delft, inspired by imported Chinese porcelain. Potters combined local clay methods with white tin glazes and blue painted designs to mimic Asian luxury goods. As production evolved, local workshops expanded beyond blue and white to include manganese and polychrome palettes. These wares became famous across Europe for their distinctive glaze and varied domestic forms.

How do I care for 18th century earthenware?

These ceramic pieces require gentle handling due to the fragile nature of historic tin glazes. Keep them away from high-moisture areas and direct sources of heat that might stress the body or glaze. Dust them lightly with a soft, dry cloth rather than using liquid cleaners or soaking them in water. Proper placement on stable surfaces prevents accidental knocks to handles, lids, and delicate spouts.

How can I tell different periods apart?

Dating these ceramics involves examining the stylistic shifts in painting, palette, and form construction. Earlier pieces from the 17th century often lean toward stark blue and white chinoiserie motifs, while 18th century examples introduce richer polychrome and manganese tones. Form styles also provide clues, as heavy baroque chargers give way to lighter decorative plates and specialised vessels over the course of the 1700s. Comparing glaze thickness and base characteristics helps contextualise the manufacturing era.

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These pieces of 18th century dutch earthenware bring rich tin-glazed ceramic traditions to your room, valued for their hand-painted cobalt and polychrome details.

Dutch Delft Polychrome Charger, C. 1700.

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Dutch Delft Polychrome Charger, C. 1700.

From Philip Carrol Antiques

£480

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18th C Delft Charger

From Mytton Antiques - Jerrard Nares

£250

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18th C Delft Charger

From Mytton Antiques - Jerrard Nares

£200

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18th-century Dutch Delft Barber's Bowl Bleeding Dish Blue and White Tin-glaze

From Artsonline

£299

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18th Century Delft ‘Last Supper’ Plaque

From Treaders Collectables

£2,000

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18th century

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Rare 18th Century Delft Bowl

From Spitalfields House

£360

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18th century

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18th Century Large Delft Garden Urn

From Treaders Collectables

£4,500

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18th century

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18th Century Delft Posset Pot with Lid

From Treaders Collectables

£4,500

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18th Century Large Delft Urn / Vase with Handles

From Treaders Collectables

£4,500

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18th century

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18th Century Delft Jar and Lid

From Treaders Collectables

£450

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Listings for this phrase include tin-glazed earthenware and ceramic forms ranging from chargers and vases to apothecary jars across the 17th, 18th, and 19th centuries.

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Delft Blue and White Baluster Vase

From Treaders Collectables

£700

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Lovely Quality Antique Dutch Delft Inkstand

19th century

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Lovely Quality Antique Dutch Delft Inkstand

From Rebecca Sarah Antiques

£345

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Rare 18th C Delft Marriage Plate

From Timberhill Gallery

£2,200

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Delft Blue & White Shallow Bowl

From William Carr Antiques

£595

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An Early 18th Century Delft Charger.

From Youngs Antiques

£120

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19th century

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Small Pair of 18th/19th Century Tin-glazed Delftware Jugs - Blue & White Floral Decoration

From Deja Vu St Leonards

£165

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18th Century Dutch Earthenware

Dutch Delft Polychrome Charger, C. 1700.

18th C Delft Charger

18th C Delft Charger

18th-century Dutch Delft Barber's Bowl Bleeding Dish Blue and White Tin-glaze

18th Century Delft ‘Last Supper’ Plaque

Rare 18th Century Delft Bowl

18th Century Large Delft Garden Urn

18th Century Delft Posset Pot with Lid

18th Century Large Delft Urn / Vase with Handles

18th Century Delft Jar and Lid

Delft Blue and White Baluster Vase

Lovely Quality Antique Dutch Delft Inkstand

Rare 18th C Delft Marriage Plate

Delft Blue & White Shallow Bowl

An Early 18th Century Delft Charger.

Small Pair of 18th/19th Century Tin-glazed Delftware Jugs - Blue & White Floral Decoration

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