Flower pyramid

attributed to De Metaale Pot (Lambertus van Eenhoorn), Delft, c. 1692–1700, three segments and top made by Tichelaar, Makkum, 2004 tin-glazed earthenware (faience)

Costly cut flowers could be placed in each spout of this flower pyramid, which is built up of separate elements. The model of this tall, stacked flower vase originated at the court of William and Mary, his consort, who was passionately interested in flower arrangement, porcelain and tin-glazed earthenware.

  • Artwork typebloempiramide
  • Object numberBK-2004-4-A
  • Dimensionswidth 38.0 cm x depth 38.0 cm x weight 29 kg, height 156.0 cm
  • Physical characteristicsfaience, blauw beschilderd in de glazuur