Minton & Co 6-Inch Encaustic Heraldic Tile On Stand
Stock No
35600
2019
- £1,975.00
- €2,370 Euro
- $2,501 US Dollar
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Item Description
A rare and likely unique mid 19th century encaustic floor tile by Minton & Co (stamped) with heraldic design, depicting a bear and swan between the letter ‘B’ and a crown. This 6-inch tile includes a bespoke steel stand as pictured, making it a beautiful decorative piece for a collector’s cabinet.
MINTON & CO.
To this day, Minton & Co. are considered one of the major pottery and porcelain manufacturers of British history.
Established in 1793, the company was founded by Thomas Minton (1765 – 1836) in Stoke-on-Trent. Until 1845, the pottery manufacturers traded under various styles before adopting the ‘Minton’ name.
When Thomas Minton died, the business passed to his son, Herbert (1793 – 1858) who expanded business by entering into partnership with Michael Hollins. The ‘Minton & Co.’ name was dedicated to encaustic and inlaid tiles while the ‘Minton, Hollins & Co.’ partnership was for printed, painted or majolica wall tiles.
Minton exhibited at trade exhibitions across the globe, establishing a firm reputation for excellence in pottery and earthenware.
ADDITIONAL DIMENSIONS
Tile only: 6 x 6 inches, ¾ inch depth
Base ø: 15 cm
Item Info
Seller
Seller Location
Herefordshire, Worcestershire
Item Dimensions
H: 31cm W: 23cm D: 15cm
Period
Circa 1860
Item Location
United Kingdom
Seller Location
Herefordshire, Worcestershire
Item Location
United Kingdom
Seller Contact No
+44 (0)1981 541155
+44 (0)778 6916288
