Large plate by Royal Delft - Koninklijke Porceleyne Fles: a finely
handpainted reproduction of Rembrandt self-portrait at age 34 (1640). Original painting at National Gallery London (also shown). Signed at lower right "naar Rembrandt" (after Rembrandt).
Painted in vivid Delft blue colors, this portrait of Holland's most famous painter is a true eyecatcher.
Note: pictures taken at different rotations to compensate for light reflections .
In excellent condition: no chips, cracks or hairlines. Crazing commensurate with age (but hardly visible).
This plate forms a unique combination with the Rubens self-portrait (same painter and year of production) to showcase two of the greatest painters from the golden age of Dutch - Flemish art. A 10% refund applies when purchasing both (when no other discount applicable ).
Diameter 34,5 cm / 13.6 inches.
Weight 1320 g.
Yearcode CR = 1972.
Painter J.Po = J.H.Post (employed by Porceleyne Fles 1950 - 1983).
Enjoy the craftsmanship of Royal Delft. Handmade since 1653. Royal Delft is the only Delft manufacturer of Delft Blue since the 17th century.
Handpainted Royal Delft items can be identified at the bottom by the Porceleyne Fles factory mark (pharmacy bottle, JT initials, "Delft"). To the lower left of this are the painters initials; to the lower right the year code. An explanation of the traditional craft and artistry of Royal Delft can be seen here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-uT8lCyaMkc
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