Animals, 17th century

Beautifully hand-painted Dutch antique wall tiles depicting small animal scenes in blue, dating from the 17th century. These tiles are characterised by their compact, finely painted scenes and the absence of corner motifs, resulting in a calm and open visual appearance. Their restrained decoration and balanced compositions give them a timeless quality, making them suitable for both classic and modern interiors. Each tile is hand-painted, ensuring subtle variation and an authentic historic character.

Condition and preparation

All tiles are reclaimed antiques and are prepared for reuse. They have been cleaned, desalinated and any soot residues have been removed. Each order is hand-selected to ensure a consistent appearance in colour tone, glaze and surface character. If your project requires cut tiles, designated tiles with more visible imperfections can be supplied at a reduced price, helping preserve intact historical tiles.

Tile variety and stock

This collection consists of small animal scenes painted in a cohesive 17th-century style. The absence of corner motifs allows the scenes to stand on their own, creating a more informal and varied wall composition. Representative images give a clear impression of the overall appearance. Availability may vary. For the most up-to-date stock levels, please refer to the quantity indication (pcs) shown on the right-hand side of this page.

Complementing tiles

These tiles combine very well with other 17th-century Delft tiles without corner motifs, including tiles depicting flowers, fruits, figures and landscapes. Mixing these related scenes allows for a broader and more varied wall composition while maintaining stylistic consistency. They can also be paired with plain white antique tiles, both first and second quality, to introduce rhythm, framing or visual balance within the design.

Tile size

Each til measures approximately 13 × 13 cm (5.1” × 5.1”) and 1 cm / 0.4” thick. As the tiles are handmade and antique, slight variations in size and thickness are to be expected and contribute to their authentic character.

How to order

You can request a quote directly on this page or contact us for assistance with tile selection and layout advice. Our specialists will gladly help you assemble a balanced and visually engaging wall composition.

Samples

Samples can be provided on request, allowing you to review colour tone, glaze and surface quality before placing a larger order.

Product disclaimer

Antique tiles naturally vary in colour tone, glaze, size and surface. These variations reflect their historic production and form part of their timeless appeal. While complete uniformity cannot be guaranteed, all tiles meet our quality standards and are suitable for most indoor wall applications.