Vintage Dutch Wooden Clogs, Van Vilsteren Attribution, Yellow and Orange Painted Klompen, 30 cm Pair

A matching pair of full-size Dutch wooden clogs, known as klompen, with a golden-yellow finish and patterned burnt-orange panels. Black outlines and three painted crosses give the panels the look of laced uppers, with small black leaf motifs running down each toe.

Attribution and age

Attributed to Dutch clog maker Van Vilsteren. Both clogs bear the painted lettering “Wett. V.V. Ged.” The Dutch heritage collection Fredewalda records similarly decorated clogs with the same mark, attributed to Van Vilsteren and dated to around 1960. This pair is likely mid-20th century.

Measurements

Each clog measures approximately 30 cm long × 11.5 cm wide × 12 cm high. These are external measurements.

Condition

Vintage condition with scratches, scuffs and small areas of finish loss, particularly around the toes and heels. The interiors show some darkening and the bare wooden soles show wear from use. A small hole is visible in the side of one clog. Please see the photographs for close-ups.

The warm colour and worn wood make this pair an attractive piece of Dutch folk art for a shelf or country kitchen. Sold together as a decorative pair.