Painted Tin-Glazed Earthenware Tile

(1600 - 1800)

One cobalt painted tin-glazed earthenware Dutch wall tile with a biblical scene. It is thought to depict the story of Joseph being sold into slavery by his brother.  

  • Date made

    1600 - 1800

  • Decoration

    Painted

  • Color

    Cobalt Blue

  • Animals/objects

    Tile

  • Patterns

    Biblical Scene

  • Material

    Refined Earthenware

  • Ware types

    Tin-Glazed

    Netherlands (Dutch)

Van Cortlandt House

Bronx, Van Cordlandt House, 525 S Riverside Ave

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