Border tile

Art Historical Context

This delicate border tile, crafted in the early 17th century from tin-glazed earthenware,ails from either Flemish Antwerp or the Dutch Republic. Measuring just 2¼ × 5¼ inches, it likely served as an edging element in larger decorative panels or fireplace surrounds, adorning the interiors of prosperous homes. The tag "Deer" hints at a naturalistic motif—perhaps a graceful stag—captured in the vibrant blues and whites typical of this era's ceramics. Tin-glazing, a technique where a tin oxide layer creates an opaque, glossy white surface for intricate painted designs fired at low temperatures, w...