Proud Mary Dutch Harbour

Proud Mary is named after Mary II, the wife of Stadtholder William III and a great admirer and collector of Delft Blue during the Dutch Golden Age. This stylish figurine was created out of the desire to give Royal Delft’s iconic Delft Blue a contemporary appearance. The design consists of four interchangeable elements: the skirt, the bodice, the collar, and the head. The design is by Dutch designers Koens & Middelkoop, while the decoration has been executed by the designers and master painters of Royal Delft. In addition to this 17 cm version, Proud Mary also exists in a larger 30 cm Limited Edition hand-painted edition.

Proud Mary Dutch Harbour

In Amsterdam’s jubilee year, celebrating the city’s 750th anniversary, Royal Delft presents a special edition of the iconic Proud Mary. This 17 cm high version, executed with transfer technique, pays tribute to the capital in authentic Delft Blue and celebrates Amsterdam’s rich history with a characterful art object.

The design depicts the view from the IJ, a panoramic scene of historical ships in Amsterdam’s harbor. This refined tableau reflects the trading role the city has played throughout the centuries. The classic cityscape forms a tribute to Amsterdam of the Golden Age.