Delft Earthenware: an ode to craftsmanship

How do you keep a centuries-old craft alive? For nearly 400 years, Royal Delft has been manufacturing high-quality and unique Delftware. Even in a time of technological developments, the art of Delftware continues to be created by the hands of its makers.

Meet the craftsman of Delft Earthenware

Discover the craftsmanship of Delftware. Individually turned or molded with care, hand-painted and then baked in a ceramic kiln. This exhibition is an ode to the craft and the makers of the past and present. What exactly is a craft? We guide you along the route of the making process and reveal the craftsmen who contribute to the final masterpiece: the beautiful Delft Blue.