A Dutch Delft Polychrome five-piece vase garniture decorated with Dutch tul

A Dutch Delft Polychrome five-piece vase garniture decorated with Dutch tulips

Late 18th Century | Height 40 cm | Marked for Jan van den Briel at the Grieksche A, 1768-1769

A stunning polychrome garniture of three baluster and two beaker vases and covers produced at the prestigious De Griekse A factory and bears the mark of J. van de Briel, a celebrated Delft potter.

The vases are lavishly decorated with a vibrant polychrome palette, featuring intricate designs of Dutch tulips. The bold yellow, cobalt blue, and red tones highlight the naturalistic floral motifs, while the delicate scrollwork frames each composition with elegance. The symmetry and balance in design demonstrate the precision and skill of the Delft artisans.

This garniture is marked “JVDB,” representing Jan van den Briel of De Griekse A.

The history of De Griekse A pottery spans more than 150 years, with its early years as a family-run enterprise. Established by Wouter van Eenhoorn, the pottery was managed by his son Samuel after him. Samuel was later succeeded by his brother-in-law and sister, Adrianus and Judith Kocx-van Eenhoorn. From 1701 to 1722, the business was under the leadership of their son Pieter Adriaanszoon and his wife, Johanna Kocx-van der Heul.

In subsequent years, the pottery remained a family affair, passing through various hands. From 1722 to 1765, it was managed by the Kool family and their son-in-law, Jan Teunis Dextra. From 1768 to 1811, the company was led by Jan van den Briel and his relatives, continuing the long-standing tradition of excellence in Delftware production.

D I D Y O U K N O W ? That Garniture is derived from the French word garnir meaning “to garnish” or “to decorate,” refers to a coordinated set of decorative objects, designed to be displayed together on furniture, mantels, or altars.