From The Ship Boys of Bontekoe to Sea Creatures: How VOC Stories Inspired Antique Delft Tiles For many collectors of...
Ausema | Antiques Blog
On this page, we share articles about antique tiles and other unique objects we work with on a daily basis. Topics range from background information and identification to provenance and the craftsmanship behind each piece.
In addition, we cover topics related to collecting, buying and selling antiques. With these articles, we aim to make our knowledge and experience accessible to anyone interested in objects with a story.
The history of Delft tiles – from international trade routes to global appreciation From the Far East to the Netherlands:...
Antique Delft tile installation – complete guide to processing, substrate, laying pattern, thickness differences and grouting Summary Installing antique Delft...
The tulip on antique Dutch tiles – symbol of stock market trading, wealth and the tulip mania leading to the...