Plateelbakkerij Zuid-Holland - Chris van der Hoef - Statue

This is an Art Deco-styled figurine of an elephant. The elephant is encased within a circular silhouette on a rectangular pedestal. The sculpture was designed around 1928 by Chris van der Hoef and in 1951 issued by Plateelbakkerij Zuid-Holland as a jubileum item on the occasion of the 50th anniversary of the Hille biscuit factory in Zaandam. In several reference works this figurine is depicted and described. The following information is relevant: Designer: Chris van der Hoef (1875-1933) Factory: Plateelbakkerij Zuid-Holland (1898-1965) Marked: Stamp on the underside (see photos) Material: Plateel (earthenware) Design date: 1928 Production date: 1951 Condition: Excellent. The figurine has NO damage and NO crazing in the glaze. The figurine has NOT been restored. This makes the figurine extra special. The Art Deco elephant figurine is well packed and sent by registered and insured shipment, but it is also possible to collect by appointment at Edel Erfgoed in Klarenbeek, Netherlands (near Apeldoorn).

Estimate:$179.09

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