Tile (2) - 1950-1960 - Hand-painted azulejos

Giant Portuguese wall panel made of 24 & 16 hand-painted azulejo tiles – floral motifs – ca. 1950–1980 Object description Beautiful large decorative wall panel, composed of 24 & 16 hand-painted glazed earthenware tiles (6 × 4), presumably produced in Portugal and executed in the traditional blue-and-white azulejo style. The panel features an alternating composition of graceful floral motifs in different shades of blue. Each decorated tile has its own individual floral depiction and is combined with more subtly executed tiles. Small stylized corner ornaments visually connect the individual tiles into a single harmonious whole. The decoration aligns with the Portuguese tradition of so-called figura avulsa-azulejos: tiles with separate, standalone motifs. The blue-and-white execution shows the clear historical influence of Dutch/Delft tile decoration. The floral motifs are hand-applied and show individual differences in line work, brushstroke, and color intensity, so that every decorated tile has its own character. Along the edges of the panel, the red-to-brown-fired earthenware sherd is visible in several places. The combination of this sherd, the glaze finish, and the decorative style supports an Iberian and presumably Portuguese origin. A specific manufacturer or workshop has not been identified. The 24 & 16 tiles are firmly mounted on a wooden backing board. On the back are metal hanging brackets, allowing the large panel to be presented as a complete wall piece. Condition Good used vintage condition, appropriate for age and material. Glazed earthenware tiles on wooden backing board. Hand-painted blue floral decorations. Small natural variations in painting and glaze. Locally minor edge and wear marks. On some outer edges, red-/brown-fired earthenware sherds are visible. Wooden backing board with metal hanging brackets. Normal light signs of aging and use. The tiles are mounted and the individual backsides are therefore not visible or inspected separately. The photos are an integral part of the description and give an accurate impression of the decoration, execution, and condition. Specifications Object: wall panel with 24 azulejos Country of origin: presumably Portugal Period: ca. 1950–1980 Material: glazed red-/brown-fired earthenware and wood Technique: hand-painted Decoration: blue on white floral motifs Style/tradition: Portuguese azulejos / figura avulsa, Dutch-inspired Panel 1: Dimensions Height: ca. 120 cm Width: ca. 30 cm Depth: ca. 2.4 cm Weight: ca. 9 kg Panel 2: Dimensions Height: ca. 120 cm Width: ca. 20 cm Depth: ca. 2.4 cm Weight: ca. 5.9 kg

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