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Overview
P-18 series – Sea life
The P-18 series is based on 17th-century Delft tiles that show small, sea-themed scenes with a touch of fantasy. Each tile is decorated with the classic spider curl corner motif (PCM-02) and painted in traditional Delft blue. The tiles in the photos are shown on shade Poarte-A, finished with pinholes and a crackled glaze to give them that soft, aged look. This is our standard setup, but we're happy to adjust the base, finish, or tone to suit your preferences.
Would you like to see a tile before placing a larger order? Order a sample from this series [here].
16 unique scenes
This series includes 16 different designs, all hand-painted and inspired by original Delft tiles from the 1600s. At the time, people believed in all sorts of sea creatures, not just fish, but also magical beings like mermaids, mermen, sea goats, sea unicorns, and more. That mix of the real and the imagined is what gives this collection its unique charm. Some tiles show mythical creatures, others are a little more believable, but together they bring a playful, storybook-like energy to any wall. And since every tile is painted by hand, each one is a little different, adding movement, character, and a bit of maritime mystery to your space.
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-16 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-16 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-18 |
|---|---|
| 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 Poarte-A, 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 | Spider 'curl' - can be changed or removed. |
| Suitable for | Walls, backsplashes, ceilings, fireplace surrounds, 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 | Download |
About Regts - Delft Tiles
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