Delft Blue Tile Appraisal

Framed Delft Blue Ceramic Tile

This item is a square, decorative ceramic tile featuring a classic monochrome blue underglaze landscape in the traditional 'Delft Blue' (Delftware) style. The central motif depicts a prominent Dutch windmill situated on a riverbank next to a traditional cottage or farmhouse, with trees and a cloudy sky in the background. The scene is rendered in varying shades of cobalt blue against a crisp white glaze. The tile is mounted in a square, dark-toned wooden frame with a simple bevelled edge. At the top of the frame, a circular metal loop hanger is attached, which shows a dark, aged patina. Measuring approximately 6x6 inches (including the frame), the piece displays typical mid-20th-century craftsmanship often intended for the souvenir or home decor market. The glazing appears smooth with no immediate signs of crazing or significant chips visible on the front surface. The wood frame shows minor shelf wear around the edges. Based on its style and construction, this likely dates from the 1960s to 1980s. While appearing as a traditional hand-painted scene, the precision suggest it may be a high-quality transfer print or a hand-painted piece from a production workshop in the Netherlands or a similar European region.