A set of six antique Iznik Qajar style polychrome earthenware tiles, Turkish, probably 19th Century
06 February 2025
Description

6 persian ceramic tiles

Dimensions

Each tile is approx 13.5x9.5 inches. All six tiles together is approx 28x29.5 inches

Acquired from
Other
For sale
Yes
Answered within about 4 hours
By Delia
Feb 07, 01:06 UTC
Fair Market Value
$700 - $1,000 USD
Suggested Asking Price $1,200 USD
What does this mean?

Hi Chelsey,

Thank you for contacting Mearto with your appraisal inquiry.
Iznik tiles were developed in Ottoman Turkey, heavily influenced by Persian techniques and designs. They emerged in 15th–16th century Ottoman Turkey, mainly in the town of Iznik.
Early Iznik tiles were heavily influenced by Persian Safavid tilework, as Persian artisans and techniques were brought into the Ottoman Empire. These tiles were used extensively in Ottoman architecture, particularly in mosques, palaces, and tombs.
Iznik tiles evolved to feature a unique blend of Persian, Chinese, and Anatolian designs, incorporating floral patterns (tulips, carnations, and saz leaves) and vibrant colors like cobalt blue, turquoise, red, and green.
Based on the photos and information provided, and subject to examination, this is:

A set of six antique Iznik Qajar style polychrome earthenware tiles
Turkish, probably 19th Century
Combined create a scene of two figures in a stylized landscape, with cobalt spandrels with yellow flourishes, within a foliate border.
Each 13-1/2 by 9-1/2 inches; together, the scene measures 28 by 29-1/2 inches.
CONDITION: These tiles are in good condition for their age, with some craquelure to glaze throughout and some minor edge losses.
PROVENANCE: Gift from a friend
$700-1,000*
*represents a fair-market value for auction purposes; retail or asking price may vary.

Please let us know if you have additional items to appraise, or questions/concerns, and thank you again for using Mearto.
~ Delia

Chelsey smith Feb 07, 01:50 UTC

Hi Delia,

An old friend of mine gave them to me years ago. She was an art collector. They may be much older than what I guessed.

Delia Feb 07, 12:40 UTC

Thanks, Chelsey, you're all set with this appraisal.
Let me know if you have any questions; otherwise, have a great weekend.
Delia

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