English delftware Niche in blue and white with image of gentleman Bristol Delftworks mid 18th century

Reference: 6392

Dated: c. 1750 Bristol England

A rare English delftware recess tile or niche modeled with a domed top and a flat base and well decorated with a standing male figure in fine clothes. The border is decorated with berries and leaves. The piece is two delftware tiles high and one tile wide indicating that they were used as part of a wall feature. Attributed to the Bristol Delftworks mid 18th century.

Dimensions: 5.00 inch wide 10.00 inch high 2.75 inch deep

Medium: delft delftware tin glaze pottery ceramic earthenware

Current Condition Restored cracks.

Literature: Page 272 figure reference 660 British Delft at Williamsburg by John H Austin. Published by Jonathan Horne.

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