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Delft Mermaid

17th Century Dutch Delft sea creature Tile with Decoration of Mermaid
17th Century Dutch Delft sea creature Tile with Decoration of Mermaid

17th Century Dutch Delft sea creature Tile with Decoration of Mermaid

Located in AMSTERDAM, NH

The Netherlands Circa 1640 – 1670 A finely painted blue and white Dutch Delft tile with the decoration of a Mermaid holding a torch.

Category

Antique Mid-17th Century Dutch Baroque Delft and Faience

Materials

Ceramic, Faience, Majolica

18th Century Antique Nevers Faience Mermaid Pitcher
18th Century Antique Nevers Faience Mermaid Pitcher

18th Century Antique Nevers Faience Mermaid Pitcher

By Nevers

Located in DELFT, NL

A French faience verseuse from Nevers, decorated in cobalt blue with touches of ochre, featuring Amphitrite riding a dolphin. Executed in a bold, rustic style typical of Nevers’ popu...

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Antique 18th Century French Chinoiserie Delft and Faience

Materials

Earthenware, Faience, Maiolica

Antique 18th Century Dutch Delft Tile of a Mermaid & Serpent
Antique 18th Century Dutch Delft Tile of a Mermaid & Serpent

Antique 18th Century Dutch Delft Tile of a Mermaid & Serpent

By Delft

Located in Philadelphia, PA

A fine antique 18th century Dutch Delft pottery tile. Depicting a mermaid in the ocean wringing a snake with her hands.

Category

Antique 18th Century Dutch Baroque Ceramics

Materials

Ceramic, Pottery

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18th Century Delft Tiles Oak Framed Blue and White Mermaid Dutch Delftware Tiles
18th Century Delft Tiles Oak Framed Blue and White Mermaid Dutch Delftware Tiles

18th Century Delft Tiles Oak Framed Blue and White Mermaid Dutch Delftware Tiles

By Delft, Royal Delft, AK Dutch Delftware

Located in Wommelgem, VAN

17th - 18th century Dutch Delft Tiles Oak framed blue and white tiles. Depicting mermaids and seacreatures Design: In the manner of Royal Delft, AK Dutch Delftware Style, Antique, Ba...

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Antique 18th Century Dutch Baroque Delft and Faience

Materials

Delft, Oak

18th Century French Framed Plaque with 5 Blue and White Painted Delft Tiles
18th Century French Framed Plaque with 5 Blue and White Painted Delft Tiles

18th Century French Framed Plaque with 5 Blue and White Painted Delft Tiles

By Delft

Located in Dallas, TX

The hand painted blue and white plaque features traditional Delft scene with sailboat, fish, mermaid motifs.

Category

Antique Mid-18th Century French Delft and Faience

Materials

Faience, Oak

17th Century Dutch Delft Tiles of Mermaids, Mermen and Sea Creatures, Set of 20
17th Century Dutch Delft Tiles of Mermaids, Mermen and Sea Creatures, Set of 20

17th Century Dutch Delft Tiles of Mermaids, Mermen and Sea Creatures, Set of 20

Located in Stamford, CT

Quite sturdy in a bronze frame with steel backing. Delft tiles with Mermaids and Sea Monsters are among the most intriguing and entertaining tiles created.

Category

Antique Mid-17th Century Dutch Baroque Delft and Faience

Materials

Ceramic

17th C. Delft Mermaid Tile
17th C. Delft Mermaid Tile

17th C. Delft Mermaid Tile

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H 5 in W 5 in D 1 in

17th C. Delft Mermaid Tile

Located in North Egremont, MA

Beautiful Delft tile with Mermaid gazing into her mirror,

Category

Antique 18th Century and Earlier Dutch Delft and Faience

Materials

Ceramic

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By Pauly & Co.

Located in Queens, NY

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Antique 19th Century Italian Baroque Rocking Chairs

Materials

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Materials

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Located in AMSTERDAM, NH

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Category

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Category

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Materials

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Fish Tank
Fish Tank

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Fish Tank

By CG capelletti

Located in Milan, IT

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Materials

Glass, Wood

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Finding the Right Delft-faience for You

The unique graceful design and classic style of antique Delft pottery and faience make these pieces an exceptional addition to any dining room.

The popularity of the blue-and-white porcelain developed in 14th-century China inspired Delft and faience pottery in Europe. The global expansion of trade through the Dutch East India Company led to the import of numerous examples of Chinese porcelain, resulting in the creation of Dutch Delftware, which is the term generally used to describe the tin-glazed earthenware that Dutch potters used. There were other imitations of Chinese porcelain produced by ceramicists throughout Europe, but Delftware was the most successful. This iconic tradition — the subject of a 2020 exhibition at the Kunstmuseum den Haag​ ​— resembled Chinese porcelain but was more affordable.

True blue Delftware originates only from a single location: Delft in the Netherlands. These precious pieces pair well with French faience. Unlike Delft plates, Delft vases and other pieces of Delftware, French faience utilizes a lead-and-tin glaze. This earthenware has roots in late-16th-century France. French Provincial Delft and faience tend to feature snow-white lacquered surfaces with colorful painted images or floral designs.

In terms of elegance and versatility, Baroque Delft and faience always impress. The most extravagant and boldly hued pieces are Rococo Delft and faience. Plates, tureens and other objects made in this style are frequently ornate and intricately decorated, making them ideal for display. Modern Dutch design masters often incorporate vintage decor into their contemporary designs, and Delftware items are a popular choice.

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