Tile, The Netherlands, possibly Utrecht, 1740-60

Object/Artifact

Portsmouth Historical Society

Name/Title

Tile, The Netherlands, possibly Utrecht, 1740-60

Entry/Object ID

2025.004.001

Description

Blue and white Delft ceramic tile with ox-head borders. Image is of three men in the foreground with a figure in the background. Underneath is "GEN. 19:26." referencing the book of Genesis chapter 19 verse 26.

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