kandelaar van porselein beschilderd met bloemen 1903

This porcelain candlestick, decorated with flowers, was made by N.V. Haagsche Plateelfabriek Rozenburg. It's a beautiful example of how something functional can also be a canvas. The way the flowers are painted, it's not just about representation, but about capturing the essence of the plant's form, movement, and color. Look closely at the brushstrokes. They're delicate, almost translucent, which gives the piece a sense of lightness. The colors—soft greens, yellows, and browns—are applied in thin layers, allowing the white porcelain to peek through. Notice the way the artist has rendered the petals of the flower at the top, each stroke carefully placed to create depth and texture. It’s this layering that gives the piece its visual richness. It reminds me a little of the work of Gustav Klimt, who also loved to combine decorative elements with a kind of raw, emotional expression. Ultimately, this candlestick is more than just a pretty object, it's a testament to the power of art to transform the everyday.