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18th-Century Portuguese Azulejo Tile Mermen, A Pair

$6,500per set
£4,926.18per set
€5,902.41per set
CA$9,262.79per set
A$9,511.42per set
CHF 5,410.82per set
MX$124,922.39per set
NOK 61,492.33per set
SEK 64,720per set
DKK 44,114.01per set
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Mythological Seas: Pair of 18th-Century Portuguese Azulejo Mermen 18th Century This spectacular pair of 18th-century Portuguese tile pictures depicts two imposing mermen. Executed in the classic cobalt blue and white palette characteristic of traditional azulejos, the assembled panels have been cleverly cut to a custom silhouette that traces the figures' dynamic, undulating outlines. The mirrored pair features muscular, bearded mythological sea creatures—likely Tritons—with their arms raised overhead to support large, stylized scallop shells or architectural scrolls. Their human torsos seamlessly transition into elaborate lower bodies composed of rolling ocean waves and scrolling acanthus leaves. Each panel is ingeniously assembled from multiple individually painted square tiles to create the large-scale vertical figures. Measurements: Height: 29 inches x Width: 10 inches x Depth: 1 1/4 inches Historical Context: The Art of the Azulejo In Portugal, tin-glazed earthenware tiles known as azulejos are more than just decoration; they are a fundamental part of the country's architectural identity. During the 18th century, Portuguese tile makers produced massive, elaborate panels in a distinctive blue and white palette, heavily influenced by imported Chinese porcelain and Dutch Delftware. Contour-cut figures like these were incredibly popular during the Baroque and Rococo periods. Often used to decorate the walls of grand palace gardens, courtyards, and fountain grottoes, these silhouette panels were designed to interact directly with the architecture and the viewer, bringing a sense of theatrical, mythological drama to the physical space. Finding a true, mirrored pair of 18th-century mythological figures intact is a remarkable discovery for a ceramics collector. (Ref: NY11076-ikrr)
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 29 in (73.66 cm)Width: 10 in (25.4 cm)Depth: 1.25 in (3.18 cm)
  • Sold As:
    Set of 2
  • Style:
    Baroque (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
    Delft
  • Place of Origin:
    Portugal
  • Period:
    Mid-18th Century
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1760
  • Condition:
    Repaired: old repair to old breaks in two tiles. Wear consistent with age and use. old repair to old breaks in two ties.
  • Seller Location:
    Downingtown, PA
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: NY11076-ikrr1stDibs: LU861049498392

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