Netherlands maiolica

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The term "Netherlands maiolica" refers to tin-glazed earthenware produced in the Netherlands, primarily during the 17th and 18th centuries. This type of pottery, also known as faience or delftware, was influenced by Italian maiolica and Moorish Spain.123

Initially, Dutch potters imitated Italian styles, but the influx of Chinese porcelain in the 17th century led to a strong influence from Eastern designs, particularly blue and white patterns. While blue and white decoration was prevalent, polychrome wares and imitations of Chinese famille verte and famille rose styles also emerged. The town of Delft became a major center for this industry, with many former breweries converted into potteries.12

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…some porcelain, manufactured in the Netherlands since the end of the 16th century. The earliest pottery wares were painted in the style of Italian majolica with high-temperature colours and are usually called Netherlands majolica. In the early years of the 17th century, captured cargoes of Chinese porcelain, mostly blue-and-white of…
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…some porcelain, manufactured in the Netherlands since the end of the 16th century. The earliest pottery wares were painted in the style of Italian majolica with high-temperature colours and are usually called Netherlands majolica. In the early years of the 17th century, captured cargoes of Chinese porcelain, mostly blue-and-white of…
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