Overview
This rare 18th century Delft tile was made in the Dutch city of Rotterdam and depicts Pheme (Greek mythology) / Fama (Roman mythology) with her trumpets and wings. She was the personification of fame and renown, her favour being notability, her wrath being scandalous rumors. Pheme was said to have pried into the affairs of mortals and gods, then repeated what she learned, starting off at first with just a dull whisper, but repeating it louder each time, until everyone knew. In art, she was usually depicted with wings and a trumpet. The tile used to be part of a tile pilaster, counting 12 or 13 tiles tall. This tile depicting Pheme was the first (bottom) tile and is the only remaining one. The tile has a restored chip in the centre of the top side and some minor restorations along the other sides and corners, but is overall in a very good condition. A part of the rear side has been reinforced.
Specifications
Inventory number | ATS 1837 |
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Size (approximately) | 5.1" by 5.1" or 13 by 13 cm |
Period | 1740-1760 |
Century | 18th century |
Production area (city) | Rotterdam |
Country | Netherlands |
Restoration | Yes |
Buyers information
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