Overview
A striking Dutch Mid-Century Modern terracotta vase featuring a cubist-inspired 'Mother and Child' motif.
1Identify
Preliminary identification
Schoonhoven Keramiek 'Moeder met Kind' Terracotta Vase, c.1955
Photo reference
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Story
In the decade following World War II, Dutch artists were desperate to break away from the floral, traditional patterns of the past and embrace the fractured, exciting lines of the international avant-garde.
Maker / Origin
Schoonhoven Keramiek, founded in 1920, became a legendary hub for Dutch design by allowing artists to treat clay like a canvas.
Condition & Value
The vase appears to be in excellent vintage condition. The unglazed terracotta is prone to absorbing oils from skin or scuffing, but this example looks remarkably clean. Value is driven by the popularity of Mid-Century Modern Dutch ceramics and the specific 'Mother and Child' subject matter, which is highly collectible.
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