Rare Societé Ceramique Maestricht green on white Boerenbont/ crescent moon dish

Description

Rare Societé Ceramique Maestricht green on white Boerenbont/ crescent moon dish. Made in Maastricht, Holland.
Hand painted. Clearly marked.

The crescent moon combined with the five-pointed star is widely regarded as a symbol of Islam, especially in the West.

In very good condition, minor wear by use, few small chips backside.
Age: circa 1900
Diameter: 27 cm
Height: 5 cm
Weight: 787 gr

In 1851 Société Céramique was founded by Maastricht native W.N Clermont and his brother-in-law C. Chainaye. This factory would become a major competitor of De Sphinx. Société Céramique produced sturdy and high-quality domestic ceramics combined with artistic design. The company thrived for many years after 1945.

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