Tile - Jonah and the Great Fish - 18th century (c. 1720–1780)
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Delft or Utrecht tin-glazed faience tile, blue monochrome underglaze cobalt painting, depicting the biblical scene of Jonas and the Great Fish, 12.3 x 12.3 cm, about 0.8 cm thick, from the Netherlands and dating to the 18th century (ca. 1720–1780); in good condition with minor edge glaze imperfections and age-related wear.
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Delft Tin-Glazed Faience Tile – Biblical Scene "Jonah and the Great Fish" – 18th Century
Square tin-glazed earthenware tile decorated in blue monochrome under a high-fired glaze, depicting the biblical scene from the Book of Jonah (or Tobit and the Fish), showing the figure at the water’s edge facing the sea monster with large teeth and expressive eyes. In the background, a coastal landscape with a fortified town is outlined.
The central circular medallion is framed by corner spandrels adorned with the classical motif known as ossekop (ox-head) or a stylized fleur-de-lis, typical of Dutch Delft and Utrecht workshops in the 18th century.
Technical specifications
Origin: Netherlands (Delft or Utrecht)
Period: 18th century (c. 1720 – 1780)
Dimensions: 12.3 x 12.3 cm
Thickness: 0.8 cm
Technique: Tin-glazed earthenware, cobalt underglaze painting applied by hand
Condition report
Front & glaze: Excellent enamel quality and strong blue contrast. Some discreet old glaze touch-ups along the upper edge and light original firing specks.
Structure & reverse: Rosy/light terracotta body in very good condition. The reverse carries a fabric hanger attached later for suspension (easy to remove with water if desired).
Delft Tin-Glazed Faience Tile – Biblical Scene "Jonah and the Great Fish" – 18th Century
Square tin-glazed earthenware tile decorated in blue monochrome under a high-fired glaze, depicting the biblical scene from the Book of Jonah (or Tobit and the Fish), showing the figure at the water’s edge facing the sea monster with large teeth and expressive eyes. In the background, a coastal landscape with a fortified town is outlined.
The central circular medallion is framed by corner spandrels adorned with the classical motif known as ossekop (ox-head) or a stylized fleur-de-lis, typical of Dutch Delft and Utrecht workshops in the 18th century.
Technical specifications
Origin: Netherlands (Delft or Utrecht)
Period: 18th century (c. 1720 – 1780)
Dimensions: 12.3 x 12.3 cm
Thickness: 0.8 cm
Technique: Tin-glazed earthenware, cobalt underglaze painting applied by hand
Condition report
Front & glaze: Excellent enamel quality and strong blue contrast. Some discreet old glaze touch-ups along the upper edge and light original firing specks.
Structure & reverse: Rosy/light terracotta body in very good condition. The reverse carries a fabric hanger attached later for suspension (easy to remove with water if desired).
Details
Era
1400-1900
Theme/Depiction
Jonah and the Great Fish
Specific region of origin
Pays-Bas (Delft ou Utrecht)
Over 200 years old
Yes
Material
Tin-glazed earthenware, hand-painted in cobalt under glaze.
Country of origin
Netherlands
Condition
Good condition - used with small signs of aging & blemishes
Height
12.3 cm
Width
12.3 cm
Depth
0.8 cm
Estimated period
18th century (c. 1720–1780)
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