Set of Two Floral and Geometric Baroque Tiles, Portuguese, 18th Century, Earthenware

Description

The late 17th century and the early 18th century was considered to be the 'Golden Age of the Tile’, the … more The late 17th century and the early 18th century was considered to be the 'Golden Age of the Tile’, the so-called Cycle of the Masters. Mass production was started not just because of a greater internal demand, but also because of very large orders from Brazil. Large one-off orders were replaced by the less expensive use of repetitive tile patterns. Churches, monasteries, palaces and even houses were covered inside and outside with tiles, many with exuberant Baroque elements.

Note: See in the photo gallery tiles like this in big palaces and churches in Portugal. For examples of similar tiles in monuments, see the photos.

Item condition: One tile with a restoration. Some flaws and chips. Age weathered surfaces. Condition is appropriate for age and use. See photos for complete assessment.

Date: 18th century.

Country: Portugal.

Material: Earthenware.

Dimensions: (each tile)

Height: 5.55 inches

Width: 5.55 inches

Depth: 0.39 inches

Dimensions: (set of 2)

Height: 5.55 inches

Width: 11.14 inches

Depth: 0.39 inches

At this time, all purchases will be shipped from Lisbon, Portugal (EU). For now, all shipments to the United States will be sent via an International Standard Shipping Service. The company responsible for the shipping will be CTT, the National Portuguese shipping company. CTT has an agreement with the United States Postal Service (USPS), so the handling/delivery of packages will be made by the USPS, and packages can be tracked using their website. On average, shipping to the US takes between 8-12 days. less