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

This beautiful green Art Deco vase was produced in 1919 by Plateelbakkerij Zuid-Holland (PZH), a renowned pottery factory based in Gouda, the Netherlands. The piece features the “Max” design, a hand-painted decorative motif characterised by flowers, stylised scrolls, and rhythmical patterns in vibrant colours, including ochre yellow, olive green, red, and blue. Plateelbakkerij Zuid-Holland, active from 1898 to 1965, became well known for its high-quality decorative ceramics and distinctive artistic style. The “Max” decor reflects the early post-war aesthetic, combining traditional craftsmanship with stylistic influences from the factory’s earlier celebrated designs, such as the ‘Rhodian’ series. The use of curved, flowing lines and repeated ornamental motifs is typical for this period. The condition of the vase is excellent, with normal signs of wear for its age