Renaissance Aardewerk Tile Panel (Manganese and Blue) - 270

Antique Earthenware Tile Panel (Manganese and Blue)
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• Type of Object: Tile Panel (Manganese and Blue)
• Culture: Rococo Style
• Date: Early to Mid-18th Century A.D.
• Material: Earthenware
• Dimensions: 270 mm x 270 mm (titels 127 x 127 mm)
• Condition: Good condition
• Origin: Europe
• Object ID Number: 49
Provenance:
This Tile Panel (Manganese and Blue) was acquired by Wim van Stormbroek in 2005 through a direct purchase from a collector, Jan B. a collector based in Zwolle (the Netherlands).
According to Jan B., he acquired this Tile Panel (Manganese and Blue) in the 1990's through an direct purchase from collector and kept it in his private collection until 2005.
Before this, No further information regarding its earlier history was available from the previous owner.
This item is in a collection since the 1990's from a Private collector in the Netherlands.
This information was provided by Jan B. and is stated here to the best of my knowledge.
This object is accompanied by a certificate of authenticity and provenance in PDF format, detailing its history and origin.
This tile panel, dating from the early to mid-18th century, is a fine example of Rococo-style Dutch Delftware. It features a combination of manganese purple and blue, a popular color scheme in the period, used to create delicate and picturesque scenes.
Each tile showcases an octagonal reserve containing finely painted landscapes, including a church, windmills, fishermen, and a figure with a fishing rod. These motifs reflect the Dutch Golden Age’s admiration for pastoral and maritime themes, celebrating daily life and nature. The surrounding manganese ground is adorned with floral corner motifs, enhancing the panel’s decorative appeal.
Such tiles were commonly used to embellish fireplaces, kitchens, and corridors in affluent homes, adding both elegance and storytelling elements to interior spaces. The craftsmanship and detailed brushwork exemplify the refined aesthetics of 18th-century Delft tile production.
The Rococo style, flourishing in the early to mid-18th century, originated in France and epitomized opulence, playfulness, and asymmetry. Emerging during the reign of Louis XV, it reflected the shift from grand Baroque formality to a lighter, more decorative aesthetic. Characterized by elaborate ornamentation, pastel colors, and fluid curves, Rococo art and architecture celebrated themes of love, nature, and leisure. Artists like François Boucher and Jean-Honoré Fragonard captured its spirit in idyllic, romantic scenes. Despite criticism for its frivolity, the Rococo left an indelible mark on European culture, particularly in interior design, where elegance and intimacy flourished.


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