Royal Delft Underglazed Decorated Charger, circa 1970s, bearing the initials of Koolhoven R (active 1961-1996)

Diameter 14.5 in.

Founded in 1635, De Porceleyne Fles (The Porcelain Jar) is the Netherland’s most famous delft factory. Of the dozens of original 17th century Dutch pottery makers, only De Porceleyne Fles remains in operation. The charger is coded with: factory mark, item number, artist’s initials and date code.