Sierschotel met rozetmotief c. 1905

Here we have a decorative dish featuring a rosette motif, crafted by Chris van der Hoef. The rosette, a stylized representation of a rose, has bloomed across cultures for millennia, symbolizing cyclical renewal, perfection, and often, divine grace. Here, we see a central blue rosette surrounded by repeating geometric patterns in blue and grey. Consider its echo in ancient Egyptian art, where rosettes adorned sarcophagi, promising rebirth. We find it again in Gothic cathedrals, where rose windows flood sacred spaces with light, evoking spiritual awakening. This symbol transcends mere decoration; it’s a visual echo resonating with humanity's timeless quest for meaning. It touches something deep within us. A sense of wholeness, a yearning for transcendence, a collective memory of nature's beauty, all swirling within this simple, elegant form. The rosette motif is an emblem of continuity, forever blooming in the garden of human expression.