Tile - Geometric Decor and Fleur-de-Lys – Renaissance - 16th–17th centuries
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Large majolica tile (faïence stannifère) with a Renaissance geometric pattern and a blue cobalt flower motif, dating to the 16th–17th century, Italy (Deruta, Faenza) or Spanish Netherlands origins, measuring 13.8 × 14.2 cm and 2 cm thick, in good condition with minor age-related wear and glaze loss.
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Majolica Tile – Geometric Decoration and Fleur-de-Lys – Renaissance / 16th–17th century
Large square majolica tile / polychrome tin-glazed earthenware bearing a rich hand-painted architectural geometric decoration.
The center features a stylized floral motif (rosette or blooming fleur-de-lis) in cobalt blue on a white ground, surrounded by a polylobed geometric border combining green lines and ochre/yellow bands. The corner motifs are enriched with verdigris copper foliage, designed to form large decorative networks that repeat when assembled on a wall panel or floor.
This tile stands out for its remarkable thickness (2 cm) and its rigorous pattern, characteristic of the great pavements and architectural decorations of the Renaissance and early 17th century.
Technical specifications
Origin: Italy (Deruta, Faenza), Spain (Toledo / Seville) or the Spanish Netherlands (Antwerp)
Period: 16th – 17th century
Dimensions: 13.8 x 14.2 cm
Thickness: 2 cm
Technique: Tin-glazed earthenware (majolica), polychrome underglaze decoration
Condition
Overall: Beautiful antique piece with a fine patina of age.
Glaze: Surface wear and glaze crazing at the central rosette and along the edges, entirely consistent with a paving tile or an architectural element laid down.
Structure: Dense and sound terra cotta, slight angular loss on the left edge, rough back perfectly preserved.
Majolica Tile – Geometric Decoration and Fleur-de-Lys – Renaissance / 16th–17th century
Large square majolica tile / polychrome tin-glazed earthenware bearing a rich hand-painted architectural geometric decoration.
The center features a stylized floral motif (rosette or blooming fleur-de-lis) in cobalt blue on a white ground, surrounded by a polylobed geometric border combining green lines and ochre/yellow bands. The corner motifs are enriched with verdigris copper foliage, designed to form large decorative networks that repeat when assembled on a wall panel or floor.
This tile stands out for its remarkable thickness (2 cm) and its rigorous pattern, characteristic of the great pavements and architectural decorations of the Renaissance and early 17th century.
Technical specifications
Origin: Italy (Deruta, Faenza), Spain (Toledo / Seville) or the Spanish Netherlands (Antwerp)
Period: 16th – 17th century
Dimensions: 13.8 x 14.2 cm
Thickness: 2 cm
Technique: Tin-glazed earthenware (majolica), polychrome underglaze decoration
Condition
Overall: Beautiful antique piece with a fine patina of age.
Glaze: Surface wear and glaze crazing at the central rosette and along the edges, entirely consistent with a paving tile or an architectural element laid down.
Structure: Dense and sound terra cotta, slight angular loss on the left edge, rough back perfectly preserved.
Details
Era
1400-1900
Theme/Depiction
Geometric Decor and Fleur-de-Lys – Renaissance
Specific region of origin
Italie (Deruta, Faenza), Espagne (Tolède / Séville) ou Pays-Bas espagnols (Anvers)
Over 200 years old
Yes
Material
Tin-glazed earthenware (majolica), polychrome decoration painted under glaze
Country of origin
Italy
Condition
Good condition - used with small signs of aging & blemishes
Height
14.2 cm
Width
13.8 cm
Depth
2 cm
Estimated period
16th–17th centuries
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