AMERICAN ENCAUSTIC TILING CO. Spanish Colonial Rev. Hand - Painted Tiles, 20 Quan.
Item History & Price
AMERICAN ENCAUSTIC TILING COMPANY, Antique Spanish Colonial Revival Border Tiles with a Timeless Hand-Painted Scrolled Pediment / Valance Cap Design . These beautiful tile's are rendered in the colours of Cobalt, Aqua, Spanish Orange, Brown & Cream. The brown colour is utilized as the outline of pattern's design. On the back of the tiles, some have the impressed and stylized AE T CO hallmark, others have a pattern number impressed stamp "SEC. 11.", some have no markings;... may due to being from different firing batches. Quantity of (20) full-size tiles + (1) 5" wide tile that was cut.
Style: Spanish Colonial Revival
Dimensions: 6" Wide x 2" High x 3/8" Thick
Material: Glazed Fired Clay
Condition: Excellent Vintage Condition! Some colour variation and slight chips due to age which is to be expected; backs are clean, no mortar. Please see photos, as they represent a large part of the description.
Notes: Please contact seller with any questions.
A Little About The Manufacturer:American Encaustic Tiling CompanyTheAmerican Encaustic Tiling Company, also called AETCO or AE (1875-to at least1945), was one of the most distinguished American makers of householdadornments, as well as one of the largest tile producers of modern times.AETCO's wares found their way into countless American houses and publicbuildings. AETCO provided "artistic" tiles of a very high order ofdesign and execution for innumerable front porches, vestibules, halls, andfireplaces while, at the same time, it helped to convince Americans of themerit of tiled bathrooms and kitchens. Putting the attached AETCO catalogue online will help owners of historic buildings recognize fine American EncausticTiling Company tiles in their possession.Founded in Zanesville, Ohio, in 1875. The companyplanned to make a variety of tiles to compete with the English tiles that wereselling in the United States for use in fireplaces and other architecturaldesigns. American Encaustic Tiling Company's tiles had geometric and classicaldesigns; they also made inlaid floor tiles, large custom-made relief tiles, andimitation mosaic tiles. The first glazed tiles were made in 1880, embossedtiles in 1881, faience tiles in the 1920s. The firm closed in 1935 and reopenedin 1937 as the Shawnee Pottery.
Shipping/Handling/Insurance Policy Please feel free to message me for an accurate shipping quote. Many times, I have found that the shipping prices quoted for an item here online are high, I may be able to remedy that with your help. I personally package all items with great care so that they arrive safely and in one piece, every piece is also insured at my expense. Should damage occur, in spite of my very careful packaging, this must be handled through the shipping agent with an insurance claim; please do not attempt to return an item due to shipping damage, I will assist in helping with any damage claims. Always be sure to retain all original packaging if a claim is to be made, as the shipping agent may request to examine it. Shipping is done within 48 hours of the receipt of a cleared payment. Please feel free to contact me with any inquiries about my items or shipping, I will respond as soon as possible.
Style: Spanish Colonial Revival
Dimensions: 6" Wide x 2" High x 3/8" Thick
Material: Glazed Fired Clay
Condition: Excellent Vintage Condition! Some colour variation and slight chips due to age which is to be expected; backs are clean, no mortar. Please see photos, as they represent a large part of the description.
Notes: Please contact seller with any questions.
A Little About The Manufacturer:American Encaustic Tiling CompanyTheAmerican Encaustic Tiling Company, also called AETCO or AE (1875-to at least1945), was one of the most distinguished American makers of householdadornments, as well as one of the largest tile producers of modern times.AETCO's wares found their way into countless American houses and publicbuildings. AETCO provided "artistic" tiles of a very high order ofdesign and execution for innumerable front porches, vestibules, halls, andfireplaces while, at the same time, it helped to convince Americans of themerit of tiled bathrooms and kitchens. Putting the attached AETCO catalogue online will help owners of historic buildings recognize fine American EncausticTiling Company tiles in their possession.Founded in Zanesville, Ohio, in 1875. The companyplanned to make a variety of tiles to compete with the English tiles that wereselling in the United States for use in fireplaces and other architecturaldesigns. American Encaustic Tiling Company's tiles had geometric and classicaldesigns; they also made inlaid floor tiles, large custom-made relief tiles, andimitation mosaic tiles. The first glazed tiles were made in 1880, embossedtiles in 1881, faience tiles in the 1920s. The firm closed in 1935 and reopenedin 1937 as the Shawnee Pottery.
Shipping/Handling/Insurance Policy Please feel free to message me for an accurate shipping quote. Many times, I have found that the shipping prices quoted for an item here online are high, I may be able to remedy that with your help. I personally package all items with great care so that they arrive safely and in one piece, every piece is also insured at my expense. Should damage occur, in spite of my very careful packaging, this must be handled through the shipping agent with an insurance claim; please do not attempt to return an item due to shipping damage, I will assist in helping with any damage claims. Always be sure to retain all original packaging if a claim is to be made, as the shipping agent may request to examine it. Shipping is done within 48 hours of the receipt of a cleared payment. Please feel free to contact me with any inquiries about my items or shipping, I will respond as soon as possible.
