Espresso cups - set of 2
Delft Blue

Set of 2 espresso cups Delft blue

For everyone who likes to drink their espresso in style, there is this beautiful espresso set Delft blue. The set of 2 espresso cups is decorated with blue birds and flowers on a white background. Both motifs and colors are characteristic of Delft blue. These espresso cups are specially designed for the Rijksmuseum in Amsterdam. Also very suitable as a gift, because the set comes in a beautiful gift box.

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Delft Blue: typical Dutch?

The origins of the world famous Delft pottery date back to the early 1600s. In the 17^th century the VOC (Dutch East India Company) ships brought back Chinese porcelain decorated in blue on white. This porcelain soon became very popular amongst the upper-class at the time, including the European royal houses. When import ceased due to the civil war in China, the Dutch potters immediately seized their chance and started producing imitations of the blue on white decorated porcelain. This was the start of the Dutch production of Delft blue, which is now famous as a Dutch produce worldwide.

About the Amsterdam Rijksmuseum

The Rijksmuseum is the most iconic museum of The Netherlands. In 2013 the completely renovated museum opened her doors to the public in the renovated Cathedral of Cuypers at the Museum square in Amsterdam. A breathtaking building with a surprising decor and beautiful exhibits. The Rijks has existed for over 200 years and has been in various locations. In 1885 the museum settled in and officially opened in the Cathedral of Cuypers and became 'The Rijks' as we know it to this day.