Vase, decor ‘Lotus’, Zuid-Holland, Gouda

This delicate vase was made in 1924 by Plateelbakkerij Zuid-Holland, a well-known pottery factory based in Gouda, the Netherlands. The design is named “Lotus”, a hand-painted decorative pattern featuring stylised floral and abstract elements in bold colours such as ochre yellow, olive green, teal, purple, and deep blue. Zuid-Holland, sometimes referred to as PZH, was active from 1898 until 1965 and gained a reputation for producing high-quality decorative ceramics. The “Lotus” design is typical of the interbellum period, combining traditional craftsmanship with mid-1920s stylistic elements. The condition is very good with a small chip visible on the top rim.