Kandelaar, veelkleurig beschilderd met abstracte motieven 1888

This is a ceramic candle holder made by N.V. Haagsche Plateelfabriek Rozenburg, decorated with abstract motifs. The candle holder rises vertically, the eye is led upwards by the linear structure, a central column bordered by vertical strokes. The composition is divided into three distinct parts: the base, the stem, and the candle cup. Each section presents a different pattern, yet they are unified by a consistent palette of yellow, white, and blue-black, creating a dialogue between contrasting forms. Notice how the motifs are not merely decorative but seem to engage in a visual push and pull, suggesting a conversation between order and ornamentation. This ceramic piece is an exploration of how surface and form intersect, the Rozenburg factory destabilizes the traditional role of ceramics as purely functional objects. What is presented is a study in the interplay between function and abstraction, where the object’s utility is enhanced by its aesthetic qualities.