Monastery Church Aduard Groningen porcelain thimble

The monastery church in Aduard

Aduard is a village in the Dutch province of Groningen. The monastery church in Aduard is a recognisable remnant of the Cistercian monastery that once stood here and was one of the most important monasteries in the northern Netherlands. This porcelain thimble depicts this historic church in a recognisable way.

A monastery with a rich history

The monastery of Aduard played an important role in the region for centuries, as a centre of faith, knowledge and agriculture. The monastery church recalls that flourishing period and is a much-loved monument today. This thimble presents that meaning on a compact, collectable scale.

For residents and history lovers

For residents of Aduard and the surrounding area, this thimble is a personal memento of their village and its monastic history. For visitors to Groningen it forms an original memory of the monastic tradition that shaped this part of the Netherlands.

The collecting tradition

Collecting church and monastery objects is an international tradition. Each example tells the story of a place and its buildings and contributes to a rich and varied collection.

A gift with a historic character

This thimble is a lasting and personal present for anyone with a connection to Aduard or Groningen monastic history. It combines religious heritage with regional pride and is a beautiful addition to any collection of church and regional objects.

Monasteries as cultural heritage

Monasteries such as that of Aduard have shaped the Dutch landscape and local culture through the centuries. This thimble forms a tangible memory of that influence and of the lasting role of the monastery church as a landmark in the village.