small, hand-painted ceramic Dutch clog souvenir made in the classic Delft blue and white style from Holland

These ceramic items are inspired by the iconic Delft Blue (Delfts Blauw) pottery style, which dates back to the 17th century in the city of Delft, Netherlands. [1]

The Design: The piece replicates a traditional Dutch wooden shoe (klomp). It features a hand-painted depiction of a Dutch windmill on the toe—a signature motif of Delft tourist ware—alongside stylized floral accents on the sides and the name “Holland” proudly painted across the top bridge. [1, 2]

Functionality: While it mimics a shoe, the hollow interior and small indentation on the heel rim are specifically designed to hold a cigarette, serving as a functional ashtray. These were mass-produced as highly popular collectible souvenirs primarily throughout the mid-to-late 20th century (especially the 1970s and 1980s).