The Royal Dutch Glassworks were established in Leerdam, a town in the Netherlands in 1765. The early years of the glassworks were marked by experimentation with different techniques and styles. One of the most significant developments was the invention of the so-called "Holland White" glass, which was a high-quality, clear glass that was well-suited for industrial and scientific purposes. The glassworks also produced a range of decorative pieces, such as vases, bowls, and figurines.

In the 1920s and 1930s, the glassworks underwent a major shift in style and focus. The company began to embrace the aesthetic of the Art Deco movement, and began producing a range of modern, streamlined glassware. The new designs were popular, and the glassworks became known for its stylish and innovative designs.

During the 1940s and 1950s, the glassworks continued to thrive, despite the difficulties of World War II and the postwar period. more...

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Sybren Valkema (1916-1996), An art glass vase, 1963, a…

Free-blown art glass vase by Sybren Valkema, 1963

Sybren Valkema (1916-1996), An art glass vase, 1963, a free-blown colourless glass vase with enclosed glasstrails, signed to footrim and numbered Vh 36, illustrated in and together with a copy of the exhibition catalogue, Leerdam Unica 1923-1987 by Marc…

1940's and later a flared glass float vase by Andries dirk…

Flared Glass Float Vase by Copier for Leerdam Glass

1940's and later a flared glass float vase by Andries dirk Copier for Leerdam glass, Dutch, circa 1940's, frosted studio mark to base, 16 cm high

Dirk Scopier for Leerdam glass, Dutch, circa 1937 a sculptural…

Andries Scopier Leerdam Glass Vase, Dutch 1937

Dirk Scopier for Leerdam glass, Dutch, circa 1937 a sculptural art glass vase by Andries Scopier for Leerdam glass, Dutch, circa 1937, frosted studio mark to indented base, 17.5 cm high

Attributed to Andries dirk Copier (Dutch,1901-1991) vase, c.…

Andries Dirk Copier Uranium Green Glass Vase

Attributed to Andries dirk Copier (Dutch,1901-1991) vase, c. 1930 executed by Glasfabriek Leerdam, uranium green glass, retains acid stamp to base

A lidded Leerdam glass bowl, by Andries Dirk Copier, pale sea…

Sea Green Leerdam Glass Bowl by Andries Copier

A lidded Leerdam glass bowl, by Andries Dirk Copier, pale sea green. Diameter 24 cm.

A Leerdam crystal vase, by Floris Meydam, circa 1960, thick…

Floris Meydam Leerdam Crystal Vase with Bubble Inclusions

A Leerdam crystal vase, by Floris Meydam, circa 1960, thick encased glass with bubble inclusions, 16 cm high

Leerdam Uranium in the style of Andries dirk Copier, green…

Green Uranium Glass Vase, 1940s, Andries Dirk Copier Style

Leerdam Uranium in the style of Andries dirk Copier, green glass, c 1940s, 34 cm high, 30 cm deep

Leerdam amber glass Andries Copier vase. Acid etched monogram…

Andries Copier Amber Glass Vase with Monogram

Leerdam amber glass Andries Copier vase. Acid etched monogram 'Cl' to base. C1928.

Floris Meydam vase for Leerdam, orange and white stripe glass,…

Orange and White Striped Meydam Vase for Leerdam

Floris Meydam vase for Leerdam, orange and white stripe glass, 17 cm high, 24 cm wide, 11 cm deep, Italy

Three pieces of modernist glass designed by Floris Meydam for…

Floris Meydam's Modernist Glass Collection, c.1950s

Three pieces of modernist glass designed by Floris Meydam for Leerdam, c.1950s, all in 'bottle green', comprising: a squat circular shoulder vase with flaring rim, another of shouldered shape with squat tapering neck, and another with a spherical bowl…