Tile - 18th-century three-flower in serrated square - 1750-1800 - Driebloem

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Polychrome Dutch faience tile from the 18th century, likely from Harlingen or Makkum, hand-painted with an 18th‑century driebloem in a diamond-shaped medallion in cobalt blue, green and ochre, measuring 13 × 13 cm, 1 cm deep, weighing 319 g, in good original condition with small edge flaws and clear glaze craquelé; backside rough and sandy, consistent with traditional tin glaze ware.

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Beautiful polychrome Dutch faience tile from the 18th century, presumably originating from Harlingen or Makkum. The tile is hand-painted and depicts an elegant floral motif within a diamond-shaped medallion, executed in the classic colors cobalt blue, green, and ocher.
In the four corners, there is the lily corner motif, an elegant and frequently used decoration on Dutch tiles from the 18th century. The motif and the soft color gradations are typical of the Friese production centers.
The back side is rough and sandy-colored, fitting with traditional tin-glazed pottery.
A charming and decorative collectible from the Dutch tile tradition.

Condition
In good, original condition.
Minor edge damages consistent with the item's age.
Beautiful natural crackle in the glaze.
Colors and lines are clear and easily visible.
See the photos for an accurate impression.

Carefully packed and shipped insured.

Beautiful polychrome Dutch faience tile from the 18th century, presumably originating from Harlingen or Makkum. The tile is hand-painted and depicts an elegant floral motif within a diamond-shaped medallion, executed in the classic colors cobalt blue, green, and ocher.
In the four corners, there is the lily corner motif, an elegant and frequently used decoration on Dutch tiles from the 18th century. The motif and the soft color gradations are typical of the Friese production centers.
The back side is rough and sandy-colored, fitting with traditional tin-glazed pottery.
A charming and decorative collectible from the Dutch tile tradition.

Condition
In good, original condition.
Minor edge damages consistent with the item's age.
Beautiful natural crackle in the glaze.
Colors and lines are clear and easily visible.
See the photos for an accurate impression.

Carefully packed and shipped insured.

Details

Era
1400-1900
Theme/Depiction
18th-century three-flower in serrated square
Weight
319 g
Glaze type
Faience (tinglaze)
Specific region of origin
Friesland
Title additional information
Driebloem
No. of items
1
Material
Earthenware, Glaze
Country of Origin
Netherlands
Colour
Blue, Green, White, Yellow
Condition
Good condition - used with small signs of aging & blemishes
Height
13 cm
Width
13 cm
Depth
1 cm
Estimated period
1750-1800
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