a Weser plate
origin: Stavoren (province of Friesland, the Netherlands) where it was excavated in the powder magazine, dating from the 16th century
date: 1575-1630
Weser pottery is located in the region east of the city of Hamelen (Germany), between the rivers Weser and Leine. Open vessels of Weser pottery are characterised by an unglazed underside and decorations on top. These glaze decorations are coated with a transparent lead glaze. The example shown here is on loan from the Noordelijk Archeologisch Depot.
The reconstruction of the plate is represented in a selection of photos. The reconstruction was done with Paraloid B72 glue. Gaps were filled by means of plaster of Paris. The additions have been covered with acrylic paint in several thin layers in order to aquire a subtle but lively skin. The distinction between original material and gap fills can be made on the basis of a difference in glossiness.
