Just as Delft blue porcelain has its origin in the Far East, the same can be said about the peacock. The peacock is the oldest known ornamental bird that first arrived in Europe from Sri Lanka over 4,000 years ago. The imposing peacocks were pets that became status symbols because of their grace.

In the Empire of China, a peacock feather was worn on the hat as a sign of high decoration, and in the Netherlands the dukes of Gelderland received white peacock feathers for their helmets from Staverden Castle, also known as the peacock castle. That is why the peacock is the source of inspiration for this new tableware collection by Heinen Delfts Blauw. The tableware is decorated with graceful peacocks, in beautiful Delft blue tones with green details.

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