Plateelbakkerij Zuid-Holland - Eta Lempke (1909-1991) - Statuette, Lampenvoet D.H.81 - 28 cm - Earthenware - 1935

This statuette, labeled Lampenvoet D.H.81, was created by Eta Lempke (1909–1991) for Plateelbakkerij Zuid-Holland around 1935. Plateelbakkerij Zuid-Holland was a notable Dutch earthenware factory specializing in decorative ceramics during the early 20th century. Eta Lempke was a prominent ceramist known for her artistic contributions to the Art Deco movement in ceramics. The statuette likely served as a decorative lamp base (lampenvoet), combining functional design with aesthetic appeal. Crafted from earthenware clay and finished with a glaze, such pieces reflect the style trends of the 1930s, characterized by stylized forms, geometric patterns, and elegant modernity. Collectors interested in Dutch Art Deco ceramics or the work of Eta Lempke would value this piece for its artistic and historical significance.