Jewelry brands

The famous Delft porcelain, an integral part of the city’s appearance and a sought-after souvenir, is also reflected in jewelry. Pendants, brooches, earrings and bracelets, elegantly complemented by silver filigree, are often made in the same style – with the image of traditional Dutch windmills. The production of this jewelry is not limited to Delft; workshops are also located in other cities, such as Tholen (Plateelbakkerij Delft), Amsterdam (Plateelbakkerij Delft), Milsbeek (Wijnhoven’s En Franken Aardewerkfabriken), Gouderack (Montagne Aardewerkfabriek) and many others.

The list of companies and ateliers that have ever produced Delft porcelain is quite extensive. Often these are family businesses that pass on the secrets of craftsmanship from generation to generation. Delftware jewellery production developed in the late 19th century and really flourished after World War II, when blue and white jewellery became a popular purchase for tourists wanting to take a piece of the Netherlands home with them.

However, the most popular items are traditional decorative plates and wall hangings, the designs of which are inspired by the works of the great Dutch artists of the Golden Age.