Untethered Swinging Child, c. Late 17th/Early 18th Century Blue and White Delft Tile figurative candle holder Based on the cage visible

Based on the cage visible rear left

I realized he is famous Canadian strongman Louis Cyr (1863-1912)

incorporates in a contemporary and I think very charming way

6 3/4" l x 4 7/8" t with ears raised

Untethered Swinging Child, c. Late 17th/Early 18th Century Blue and White Delft Tile figurative candle holder Based on the cage visibleIt has been a while since I found an early Delft tile to love, but I really love this one, including for the fact that our swinging boy looks rather melancholic and no wonder, with his swing appearing untethered to anything, just a couple of tiny flags that don't look like they'll do much good softening his landing. And so it all feels like something of an existential portrait to me, which of course is my favorite kind. Late 17th early 18th century