Dutch polychrome handpainted ceramic tile depicting a swordsman of olden days

Dutch polychrome handpainted ceramic tile depicting a swordsman of olden days. This tile, from the second half of the last century, is in good condition with some signs of usage. The photographs are a part of the description. 16 x 16cm (including frame) “Delft” wall tiles have their origin in the second half of the sixteenth century, known as the early "Golden Age" of The Netherlands when Dutch science, trade, military and art became among the most acclaimed in the world.These popular tiles were often used to decorate fireplaces, kitchens or bathrooms since they could be easily cleaned. Hand-painted, they often depict everyday life of centuries ago, landscapes, animals, flowers, or have a biblical theme, and they are much sought after collector's items nowadays. They come in various sizes, but the two most common sizes are “five-thumb” and “six-thumb”, a thumb being about the width of a man’s thumb (about an inch).