By Minton
Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire
This Minton Hollins antique tin glaze portrait tile depicting a nobleman from possibly the English civil war. This could make the subject Oliver Cromwell or King Charles II.
Dating back to the late 19th century, this tile is molded in relief, depicting a figure in front of a cathedral or church in a circular frame. There is an exceptional level of detail captured in the mould; from the curling hair to the intricate building details in the background.
On the reverse, in addition to regular markings found on Minton Hollins tiles...
Category
Late 19th Century English Antique Clay Flooring