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19th-century large tin-glazed hand-painted fayence majolica tiles produced by Christian Seidel & Sohn in Dresden, Germany (1864-1900). Factory stamped on …
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19th-century large tin-glazed hand-painted fayence majolica tiles produced by Christian Seidel & Sohn in Dresden, Germany (1864-1900). Factory stamped on the back 'CHR S&S Dresden 10' with an inventory number written on one side '21817-250'
This pair of primates casually snacking captured my admiration a long time ago in a favorite antique shop. With their delicate features and Jungle Book quality, I imagine the artist had a story in mind when bringing this monkey and orangutan to life; It is not a typical subject for tiles of the region and period.
Maybe the gorgeous Italian frescos in The White Lotus finally broke me after initially passing these tiles up more than once. The next time I spotted them, that weird and wonderful theme song rang in my ears, and I caved to this delightful duo, now awaiting a forever home.
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- Dimensions
- 8.5ʺW × 9.5ʺL × 0.38ʺH
- Tile Usage
- Interior Wall
- Area covered if sold in a set/pair
- 1.5 sq ft
- Styled After
- Schramberg Majolica
- Period
- Late 19th Century
- Country of Origin
- Germany
- Item Type
- Vintage, Antique or Pre-owned
- Materials
- Clay
- Earthenware
- Paint
- Pottery
- Condition
- Good Condition, Original Condition Unaltered, Some Imperfections
- Color
- Antique White
- Condition Notes
- Very good vintage condition. Tiles show some faint surface scratches and blemishes typical of age and wear, visible in photos. … moreVery good vintage condition. Tiles show some faint surface scratches and blemishes typical of age and wear, visible in photos. No cracks or structural damage. less
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