Jan & John Maggs

Antiques and Art

18th-century Delft tile with rabbit

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An exuberant rabbit appears to be running away from three sailboats in close proximity to the shore. Whimsical, to say the least! The tile is mounted in a metal frame, which makes it convenient to use as a hot plate or coaster.

Holland, ca. 1750, metal frame later

4 ¼” square

Price: $95

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