Dutch Tile Fireplace Mantel Made by Royal Tichelaar of Makkum

This is a fairly new mantel made the old way by the Royal Tichelaar of Makkum, the oldest pottery and tile company in the Netherlands. The hundreds of tiles are made of Frisian clay and are entirely hand painted. Ten generations of Tichelaars, uninterrupted since the 17th century, have applied the original Majolica technique, never deviating from the old formula. There is a lovely floral mosaic on the top, surrounded by individual Dutch scenic tiles. The lower part of the mantel has theme tiles of musicians, children playing and floral tiles. Certificate of authenticity is included.