Tile, The Netherlands, possibly Utrecht, 1740-60

Object/Artifact

Portsmouth Historical Society

Name/Title

Tile, The Netherlands, possibly Utrecht, 1740-60

Entry/Object ID

2025.004.020

Description

Blue and white Delft ceramic tile with ox-head border. Image is of a man gesturing to a woman who appears to be bathing. Underneath is "2.SAM. 11:3." referencing the Second Book of Samuel chapter 11 verse 3.

Collection

Portsmouth Historical Society Curatorial Collection

Acquisition

Accession

2025.004

Acquisition Method

FIC

Made/Created

Time Period

18th Century

Notes

Possibly Dutch and possibly original to the house.

Material

Ceramic