Tile (4) - little sailing boats - 1750-1800

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Set of four antique Delft blue hand-painted tin-glazed earthenware tiles from the Netherlands, each about 13 × 13 cm, depicting sailing ships; dating to the mid-18th century (ca. 1750–1800), in good used condition with minor signs of aging and no restorations.

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Four antique Delft tiles depicting ships – 18th century

Beautiful set of four original 18th-century Delft tiles, each painted in cobalt blue with a maritime scene. Depicted are various types of sailing ships at sea.

The tiles are hand-painted and display clear characteristics of the 18th century, such as vibrant brushwork, variation in blue tones, and the distinctive corner motifs (ox heads and curls).

Condition
Considering the age, in good and honest condition. Some tiles show typical signs of aging such as minor edge damage, wear, and slight chips at the corners, consistent with authentic Delft tiles from this period. No restorations involved!

Details:
Origin: Netherlands (Delft)
Dating: mid-18th century
• Technique: tinglazuur, hand-painted
• Decor: ships / maritime
• Dimensions: approximately 13 x 13 cm per tile

Four antique Delft tiles depicting ships – 18th century

Beautiful set of four original 18th-century Delft tiles, each painted in cobalt blue with a maritime scene. Depicted are various types of sailing ships at sea.

The tiles are hand-painted and display clear characteristics of the 18th century, such as vibrant brushwork, variation in blue tones, and the distinctive corner motifs (ox heads and curls).

Condition
Considering the age, in good and honest condition. Some tiles show typical signs of aging such as minor edge damage, wear, and slight chips at the corners, consistent with authentic Delft tiles from this period. No restorations involved!

Details:
Origin: Netherlands (Delft)
Dating: mid-18th century
• Technique: tinglazuur, hand-painted
• Decor: ships / maritime
• Dimensions: approximately 13 x 13 cm per tile

Details

Era
1400-1900
Theme/Depiction
little sailing boats
No. of items
4
Material
Earthenware
Country of Origin
Netherlands
Colour
Blue
Condition
Good condition - used with small signs of aging & blemishes
Height
13 cm
Width
13 cm
Depth
0.8 cm
Estimated period
1750-1800
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