Koffiekan

About this artwork

width 11 cm x depth 8.5 cm

Art Historical Context

This charming coffee pot, titled *Koffiekan*, was produced by the Manufacture Oud-Loosdrecht around 1784. Standing just 13 centimeters tall with a compact width of 11 centimeters and depth of 8.5 centimeters, the piece reflects the refined scale of domestic porcelain objects made for 18th-century European households. Its creation through painting techniques underscores the careful hand-decoration applied to functional ceramics, transforming everyday items into works of subtle artistry. As a product of the Dutch Oud-Loosdrecht factory, the coffee pot represents a moment when European manufacturers sought to rival imported Asian porcelain with locally made wares. The modest dimensions suggest it was intended for personal use during intimate gatherings, where both utility and aesthetic appeal mattered. Such painted details on small vessels highlight the period’s emphasis on bringing artistic refinement into daily rituals like coffee drinking. Visitors can appreciate how this object bridges craftsmanship and social custom, offering a glimpse into the elegant material culture of late-eighteenth-century Netherlands.