Tile - Flying fish - 1600-1650 - Delftware tile, 17th century
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Delftware tin-glazed terracotta tile from Delft, Netherlands, 13 x 13 cm and 1.1 cm thick, depicting a flying fish in cobalt-blue glaze, dating ca. 1630–1650, in good condition with minor wear and stains from age.
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Delft tile (Delftse tegel) – Flying fish (Vliegende vis) – 17th century (c. 1630–1650)
Description
Subject: Faience wall tile (Tegel)
Origin: Netherlands (Delft / Rotterdam)
Era: 17th century (ca. 1630–1650)
Material: Glazed earthenware with tin glaze, monochrome cobalt blue hand-painted
Central motif: Flying fish gliding over a turbulent sea
Corner motifs: Stylized lily heads (Ossekop / fleur de lys)
Dimensions: 13 x 13 cm
Thickness: 1.1 cm
Condition: Very good contrast of cobalt blue. Vintage crackle network (craquelure), light wear to the edges and small glaze flakes from the period on the left and bottom-left corners. The reverse shows a beautiful original patina with no restoration.
Detailed description
A rare 17th-century Dutch tile depicting a flying fish (vliegende vis) spreading its pectoral fins above the waves.
This maritime motif, directly inspired by the great explorations and travel narratives of the Dutch East India Company (VOC) in the Golden Age, is a subject sought after by collectors of antique ceramics. The substantial thickness of the tile (1.1 cm) and the earthenware fabrication confirm a high-period production.
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Delft tile (Delftse tegel) – Flying fish (Vliegende vis) – 17th century (c. 1630–1650)
Description
Subject: Faience wall tile (Tegel)
Origin: Netherlands (Delft / Rotterdam)
Era: 17th century (ca. 1630–1650)
Material: Glazed earthenware with tin glaze, monochrome cobalt blue hand-painted
Central motif: Flying fish gliding over a turbulent sea
Corner motifs: Stylized lily heads (Ossekop / fleur de lys)
Dimensions: 13 x 13 cm
Thickness: 1.1 cm
Condition: Very good contrast of cobalt blue. Vintage crackle network (craquelure), light wear to the edges and small glaze flakes from the period on the left and bottom-left corners. The reverse shows a beautiful original patina with no restoration.
Detailed description
A rare 17th-century Dutch tile depicting a flying fish (vliegende vis) spreading its pectoral fins above the waves.
This maritime motif, directly inspired by the great explorations and travel narratives of the Dutch East India Company (VOC) in the Golden Age, is a subject sought after by collectors of antique ceramics. The substantial thickness of the tile (1.1 cm) and the earthenware fabrication confirm a high-period production.
Shipping & Packaging
Fast and secure shipping with tracking number and insurance. Professionally reinforced packaging.
Details
Era
1400-1900
Theme/Depiction
Flying fish
Specific region of origin
Delft
Title additional information
Delftware tile, 17th century
Material
Terracotta
Country of origin
Netherlands
Condition
Good condition - used with small signs of aging & blemishes
Height
13 cm
Width
13 cm
Depth
1.1 cm
Estimated period
1600-1650
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