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Antique 19th-Century Persian Qajar Dynasty Polychrome Tile – Falconer on Horseback
This striking 19th-century ceramic tile originates from the Qajar …
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Antique 19th-Century Persian Qajar Dynasty Polychrome Tile – Falconer on Horseback
This striking 19th-century ceramic tile originates from the Qajar Dynasty of Persia (modern-day Iran). It features a hand-painted, polychrome glazed scene depicting a classic noble pursuit: a falconer mounted on a horse with a large, vibrant blue bird of prey perched above him. The tile is rendered in a traditional palette of cobalt blue, manganese purple, and emerald green against a creamy white ground, characteristic of the period's aesthetic.
The central figure is dressed in period attire, including a distinct blue cap and a rose-colored tunic. The reverse reveals a thick, hand-pressed buff-colored clay body with an authentic aged texture, typical of architectural tiles used to decorate palace walls or elite residences during the 1800s.
• Period: 19th Century
• Origin: Persia (Qajar Dynasty)
• Materials: Glazed Ceramic / Terracotta
• Dimensions: 7.75" H x 5.5" W
• Weight: 1 lb 4.9 oz
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- Dimensions
- 5.5ʺW × 7.75ʺL × 0.5ʺH
- Styles
- Folk Art
- Portraiture
- Tile Usage
- Interior Wall
- Period
- Late 19th Century
- Item Type
- Vintage, Antique or Pre-owned
- Materials
- Ceramic
- Condition
- Good Condition, Original Condition Unaltered, Some Imperfections
- Color
- Blue
- Condition Notes
- Condition Report: • Overall Condition: Good antique condition, consistent with age and 19th-century architectural use. • Structural Details: There is … moreCondition Report: • Overall Condition: Good antique condition, consistent with age and 19th-century architectural use. • Structural Details: There is a visible, stable hairline crack running vertically through the upper center of the tile, passing through the blue bird and the rider’s head. • Surface Wear: Minor glaze pops and typical surface pitting from the original firing process are present. Small chips and nibbles are visible along the perimeter edges and corners, revealing the underlying earthenware. • Reverse: The back is unglazed and shows substantial texture, including minor old mortar remnants or mineral deposits from its original installation. • Stability: Despite the hairline crack, the tile remains structurally sound and intact. less
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