Antique 19th-Century Persian Qajar Dynasty Ceramic Tile – Equestrian With Bird of Prey

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Antique 19th-Century Persian Qajar Dynasty Ceramic Tile – Equestrian with Bird of Prey

An authentic 19th-century polychrome glazed ceramic tile … Read more Antique 19th-Century Persian Qajar Dynasty Ceramic Tile – Equestrian with Bird of Prey

An authentic 19th-century polychrome glazed ceramic tile from the Qajar Dynasty of Persia. This piece features a rich, hand-painted scene of a rider on horseback, accompanied by a large, sweeping bird of prey—likely a falcon or hawk—rendered with dramatic tail feathers that frame the top of the composition.

Unlike many tiles of this era with white backgrounds, this example features a deep cobalt blue ground that makes the central equestrian figure and the bird's golden-yellow plumage pop. The rider is depicted in traditional attire with a green cap and tunic, accented by earthy ochre and manganese purple glazes. The tile is characterized by the slightly raised, molded relief typical of Qajar architectural ceramics.

• Period: 19th Century
• Origin: Persia (Qajar Dynasty)
• Materials: Polychrome Glazed Ceramic / Earthenware
• Dimensions: 8.25" H x 6" W
• Weight: 1 lb 6.8 oz See less