Regina Gouda Art Pottery Vase

This image displays the maker's mark on the bottom of a piece of Gouda pottery, specifically from the Kunstaardewerkfabriek Regina. The brand was established in 1898 in Gouda, Netherlands, famously named after the coronation year of Queen Wilhelmina. This particular item features the 'WB' (Willem van Bakelen) insignia and 'Gouda Holland' marking, characteristic of the earthenware produced during the peak of the Dutch art pottery movement in the early to mid-20th century.

Regina pottery is renowned for its hand-painted matte glazes and intricate floral or geometric patterns. Production in the original Gouda factory halted in 1979 when the company filed for bankruptcy. Since the factory's closure, these items have become highly sought-after collectibles. There is no current large-scale commercial manufacturer of original Regina clay-ware, as the company effectively ceased to exist as a corporate entity decades ago.