Antique Bak Gouda Holland Miniature Art Pottery Vase Floral High Glaze C1910

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A charming miniature example of early 20th-century Dutch art pottery, this antique Gouda Holland vase features richly colored floral decoration … Read more A charming miniature example of early 20th-century Dutch art pottery, this antique Gouda Holland vase features richly colored floral decoration against a deep, glossy glaze. Acquired in the Netherlands, the petite vase is attributed to the BAK pottery works of Gouda and dates to approximately 1910–1920.

The vase features a distinctive waisted silhouette with a gently flared rim and rounded, spreading base. Stylized flowers and foliage in burgundy red, golden yellow, olive green and teal stand out against the dark background. The high-gloss finish gives the colors wonderful depth, making this little vase a striking addition to a collection of Dutch Gouda pottery, European antiques or Art Nouveau ceramics.

The underside bears hand-painted markings including “96,” “Gouda,” “BAK” and “Holland,” along with additional symbols. The maker attribution has not been independently authenticated.

Maker: BAK, attributed
Origin: Gouda, Holland (Netherlands)
Era: Early 20th century, circa 1910–1920
Material: Glazed earthenware
Color: Deep green-black, burgundy, golden yellow, olive green and teal
Style: Art Nouveau, Dutch Art Pottery, European Antique
Finish: Glossy high glaze
Design: Stylized floral and foliate decoration
Markings: 96, Gouda, BAK, Holland and additional hand-painted symbols

Measures approximately 2” tall and 1.75” across the top.

In excellent antique condition, with no chips or cracks observed and minor signs of age consistent with antique pottery. See less