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Overview
P-37 series – Animals
The P-37 series is a hand-painted reproduction of original 17th-century Delft tiles featuring playful cupids. The tiles are painted in classic blue on our Warm Mix base and come without corner motifs, just like the originals. The version shown here includes pinholes but no crackled finish. This is our standard configuration, but we’re happy to adjust the base, tone, finish, or enhancements to suit your preferences.
16 unique scenes
This series is directly replicated from a unique reclaimed set of antique Delft tiles dating from around 1660. Unlike most tiles from this period, the originals did not include corner motifs, giving the cupids more visual focus. The 16 different designs show individual cupids in a wide range of playful and expressive actions, from blowing a horn or throwing a spear to flying, running, playing golf, or holding a bird on a string. One even appears to be lovesick. Each tile is painted by hand, so subtle differences in shading and brushwork ensure that every tile has its own personality. Together, they create a lively and light-hearted installation that feels both historic and full of character.
Pinholes in the corners
Pinholes were part of the tile production process before 1860. A wooden board was used to stabilize the clay during cutting, leaving small pin marks - typically two, three, or four. This enhancement can be added to the P-9 tiles to recreate this authentic imperfection, contributing to their historic look and feel.
Crackled finish
Crazing refers to the fine network of hairline cracks that appear over time on antique ceramics, including Delft tiles. It occurs naturally with age, but we offer it as an optional finish to evoke the same aged appearance. If you're looking for a more antique, timeworn look, the crackled finish is a perfect match for the P-9 series.
How to order these tiles?
You can request a quote on this page or contact us through our contact page by filling out the contact form or sending us an email.
Product disclaimer
These Delft tiles are produced using traditional methods, leading to slight variations in color, size, and design. These natural differences enhance their authenticity and character. While not machine-made to uniform precision, each tile meets high-quality standards and is suitable for many indoor installations. With proper care, these tiles can last for decades.
Buyers information
Specifications
| Inventory number | P-37 |
|---|---|
| Tile type | Wall tile |
| Tile size (approx.) | 13 by 13 cm's / 5.1" by 5.1" |
| Tile thickness (approx.) | 0.7 cm's / 0.3" |
| Quantity per M2 / SF | 60 tiles per m2 / 5.5 tiles per SF |
| Decoration technique | Hand-painted |
| Number of unique scenes | 16 |
| Shade(s) of white | Photos show the Warm mix, but you are free to choose to work with different shades or mixes. |
| Shade consistency | Read more about this on the product page of each shade of white. |
| Decoration colour | Blue or manganese. Custom on request. |
| Corner motif | none - can be added. |
| Suitable for | Walls, kitchens, backsplashes, ceilings, fireplace surrounds, fireplace interior (when not exposed to open fire), bathrooms, wet-rooms. |
| Not suitable for | Floors, open fire, outdoors and swimming pools. |
| Sealer | The tiles do not require a sealer from a functionality perspective. In wet rooms one may decide to use a sealer to prevent natural crazing. |
| Pricing | Per tile. |
| VAT and/or Import duties | Prices of the reproduction tiles are excluding 21% VAT (only applies to private individuals buying from within the European Union). Any order from outside the European Union is without VAT, but customs will charge VAT and/or import duties instead. |
| Made in | the Netherlands, by Poarte |
| Installation guide | Click here to download |
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