Antique Dutch Wall Plate “Lievelingen” – Petrus Regout Maastricht (ca. 1880–1910)

This charming antique wall plate by Petrus Regout is a beautiful example of late 19th to early 20th-century Dutch ceramics. Featuring a vivid polychrome scene and a classic Delft-style border, the plate reflects both craftsmanship and storytelling typical of the period.

The central image depicts a nostalgic rural scene with children, animals, a windmill, and a village setting. Beneath the image, the title “Lievelingen” (“Darlings”) is shown, while a moralizing proverb appears along the upper rim—characteristic of traditional Dutch “spreukenborden” (proverb plates).

Originally produced as part of a decorative and educational series, this plate combines industrial production with hand-finished details, making it both historically interesting and highly collectible today.

Details

Object: Decorative plate / wall plate
Manufacturer: Petrus Regout (Maastricht, Netherlands)
Material: Earthenware (faience)
Decoration:

• Blue floral border in Delft style

• Polychrome central scene (children, animals, windmill, village)

• Inscription: “Lievelingen”

• Moralizing proverb along the rim

Origin & Dating

Origin: Maastricht, The Netherlands
Period: Circa 1880–1910

Historical context:
Produced by Petrus Regout, one of the most important Dutch ceramic manufacturers of the 19th century (later known as Société Céramique / De Sphinx). Plates like this were widely used as decorative and educational household objects.

Technique

• Transfer printing (black linework)

• Hand-colored or semi-hand-finished details

• Glazed earthenware

Condition (Important)

Good antique condition overall

No visible breaks
Decoration well preserved
Colors remain vibrant

Note:

• Hairline crack visible on the reverse

• Does not affect display but does impact value

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