Antique Set of Two Portuguese Tiles depicting an Angel with Breasts 18th Century

  

This original Antique, set of 2 Tiles depicting an Angel with Breasts, was made in Portugal in the period (17061750) and it is in good condition! This tiles are made of an elegant white ceramic, detailed with a glazed finish and it is decorated with an Angel with Breasts from the 18th century in a charming blue color. 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: Good condition, small flaws/chips on the sides. Condition is appropriate for age and use. See photos for complete assessment.

Height: 5.70 inches / 14.5 centimeters. Width: 4.33 inches / 11 centimeters. Depth: 0.39 / 1 centimeters. Approximate Dimensions (set of 2 tiles).

Height: 11.41 inches / 29 centimeters. The item "Antique Set of Two Portuguese Tiles depicting an Angel with Breasts 18th Century" is in sale since Tuesday, December 1, 2020.

This item is in the category "Collectibles\Decorative Collectibles\Tiles". The seller is "violettechandelierantiques" and is located in Lisbon. This item can be shipped worldwide.

1. Primary Material: Ceramic
2. Color: Blue
3. Style: Baroque
4. Age: 1700
5. Original/Reproduction: Original
6. Pattern: Pictorial
7. Country/Region of Origin: Portugal