English Mounted Objects

An antique late 19th century Minton tile from the series ‘Classical Figures with Musical Instruments’ by the artist John Moyr Smith. This 8 inch tile depicts a noble woman playing a...

An antique French medieval style encaustic tile by Chamberlain and Co of Worcester. This 6-inch glazed tile is a striking decorative interior piece or a welcome addition to an encau...

A set of four 6-inch antique encaustic heraldic tiles by Chamberlains of Worcester circa 1845. Dating from the mid 19th century, these four reclaimed tiles are mounted on a bespoke ...

A pair of reclaimed encaustic decorative tiles by Maw & Co, Benthall Works, Brosley. At 6-inch in size, this pair display an eye catching scrolling floral pattern in a vibrant yello...

An antique Minton tile from the series ‘Classical Figures with Musical Instruments’ designed by the artist John Moyr Smith. This 8 inch tile depicts a woman in noble dress playing a...

A pair of reclaimed clay encaustic tiles by Maw & Co, Benthall Works, Brosley, perfect for a decorative display in a period cottage or townhouse. At 6-inch in size, this pair displa...

A late 19th century encaustic floor tile by Craven Dunhill and Co (stamped) depicting four passant lions in deep red and buff tones. This 6-inch tile includes a bespoke steel stand a...

An antique Minton tile from the series ‘Classical Figures with Musical Instruments’ designed by the artist John Moyr Smith. This 8 inch tile depicts a man in noble dress playing a ...

An antique Minton tile from the series 'Classical Figures with Musical Instruments' designed by the artist John Moyr Smith. This 8 inch tile depicts a woman in noble dress playing a lyre, in a beautiful neoclassical style on a striking gold ground, surrounded by a mute blue border. At nearly 150 years it is in a beautiful clean condition, the perfect decorative feature for modern and period properties looking to add vibrancy and charm. We are also selling further sets of tiles in the same design. Each illustration is hand painted depicting various types of classical musicians in the same beautiful colours. Some tiles in this series include scenes from Shakespeare and one illustrating 'Early English History'. John Moyr Smith (1839-1912) & Classical Figures with Musical Instruments This tile series titled 'Classical Figures with Musical Instruments' by Glasgow born artist John Moyr Smith dates to circa 1875-1890. You can currently find one example on display in the V&A Museum, London. Made by Minton & Co, Stoke on Trent, these tiles were originally designed to decorate cast-iron grates that began to appear during this period. These grates were specifically designed to be set with tiles, and pictorial tiles became popular for this purpose, and series of picture tiles...

An antique late 19th century Minton tile from the series ‘Classical Figures with Musical Instruments’ by the artist John Moyr Smith. This 8 inch tile depicts a man in noble dress pl...

An antique late 19th century Minton tile from the series ‘Classical Figures with Musical Instruments’ by the artist John Moyr Smith. This 8 inch tile depicts a man in noble Roman dr...

An unusual large antique Neoclassical style porcelain tile panel depicting a row of antique vases on a mantel. Incorporating Roman and Victorian styles, this 12-inch tile is decorat...

A decorative antique English slate sundial mounted on a bespoke steel stand, inscribed with the date 1847. Once a functional garden timekeeping instrument almost two centuries ago, ...

An antique Minton & Co (stamped) glazed encaustic tile attributed to A.W.N Pugin. This 6 inch square tile is adorned with the monogram ‘IHS' in bold text in buff clay on a deep red ...

An antique Minton tile from the series ‘Classical Figures with Musical Instruments’ designed by the artist John Moyr Smith. This 8 inch tile depicts a woman in noble dress playing a...

An antique Minton glazed encaustic tile attrubiting to A.W.N Pugin, depicting the coat of arms of the Comyn family, made for St Giles Church Cheadl. This 6 inch square tile is decor...

An antique 8-inch clay tile by Minton Hollins & Co. (stamped to reverse) illustrated with a mythological scene from Shakespeare’s 1593 poem ‘Venus and Adonis’. Inspired by Greek myth...

A unique mid 19th century encaustic tile by W Godwin, Lugwardine (stamped) depicting a stylised dove. The dove is captured in an unusual illustration with a neutral buff tone on a d...

A 19th century armorial style encaustic tile by English makers Godwin of Lugwardine; one of 5 similar we have available. Dating to circa 1870, this 5-inch antique tile features a me...

An antique English neo-medieval encaustic tile depicting a Queen, possibly Queen Eleanor, with a bird, attributed to Minton & Co. This tile was commissioned in 1840-42 by L. N. ...

A reclaimed 8-inch clay tile by Minton Hollins & Co. (stamped to reverse) illustrated with a scene from Shakespeare’s 1593 poem ‘Venus and Adonis’. Inspired by Greek mythology, the ...

An antique 8-inch decorative neoclassical tile by Minton (stamped), one of two similar we are selling in matching sepia tones. This large, glazed, dust-pressed tile depicts a highly...

A superb antique 6-inch dust-pressed terracotta tile by Minton Hollins & Co. (stamped) depicting a profile portrait in the aesthetic movement style. Such is this tiles beauty, that the back is equally as interesting as the front, showcasing how the portrait profile is pressed into the terracotta to bring life and shape to the relief figure at the front. Dating from the mid-late 19th century, the figure is carved with ornate Celtic style dress before a plentiful scrolling background impressed with the name ‘GAEL’ to the top. Ex British collection, this original Minton Hollins tile...

A 19th century encaustic coat of arms tile by English makers Godwin of Lugwardine; one of 6 similar we have available. Dating to circa 1870, this 5-inch antique tile features a medi...

An antique post-medieval style encaustic tile by English makers Godwin of Lugwardine; one of 5 similar we have available. Dating to circa 1870, this 5-inch antique tile features a h...

A mid 19th century glazed encaustic floor tile by Chamberlain & Co (stamped) depicting a pair of entwined addorsed birds, likely pheasants. This 6-inch tile includes a bespoke steel...

Charlotte Mayer (Czech b.1929) sculpture titled 'Reed Drift' in patinated bronze, limited edition no. 2/7. Depicting detailed bronze sails in a mid century modern style, this striki...

Tiles like these have decorated the floors of notable English buildings for centuries. But while many have become steadily worn and weathered away by footfall, these four armorial tiles are a rare find, having remained in beautiful condition for more than 150 years. Dating from the mid 19th century, these four reclaimed tiles are mounted on a bespoke steel...

An antique Minton tile from the series ‘Classical Figures with Musical Instruments’ designed by the artist John Moyr Smith. This 8 inch tile depicts a nobleman in roman style dress ...

A ‘5-star’ metal helmet by Martin Scorey, the wooden form covered inside and out with nailed metal sheets applied with a central band of five stars and a winged-star motif over each ...

An antique 8-inch decorative neoclassical tile by Minton (stamped), one of two similar we are selling in matching sepia tones. This large, glazed, dust-pressed tile depicts a highly...

1960s pair of very large industrial casting foundry moulds (2306) 1960s pair of very large industrial casting foundry moulds – We recently cleared the Victorian warehouses of Derwen...

An antique Lipscombe & Co glazed terracotta keystone of a Green Man mask, reclaimed from a British private home. This 19th century depiction of the mythological Pagan character is c...

A large antique Minton Hollins & Co tile depicting a pineapple. Displayed on a custom made steel display stand, this hand painted tile panel depicts a ...

An antique Minton & Co encaustic tile of an archangel. Displayed on a custom made steel stand, this tile's beauty can be admired up close in any period property looking to appreciat...

An antique terracotta glazed tile by Campbell Tile Co, Stoke on Trent. Dating to circa 1880, this 8-inch terracotta tile is decorated with heraldic motifs of a lion opposing a che...

An antique Minton & Co encaustic tile of St Michael. Dating to circa 1860, the vivid blue glaze accompanied by the bright white emphasises the intriguing scene displayed on this imp...

A set of nine 6-inch by 6-inch neo-medieval style encaustic tiles by Minton & Co (stamped); an exact match to an identical set in the British Museum attributed to architect and desig...

This antique terracotta brick was reputedly found in the garden of a Tudor manor house in Surrey near London, UK. It details Queen Elizabeth I...

A delightful and highly decorative set of six coloured tinplate sports figures. As they have a kicking action we think they are possibly English or American footballers. If anyone kn...

A striking pair of Brooks Lye wooden anvil models featuring a vivid red paint finish and sleek, sculptural lines reminiscent of traditional blacksmith craftsmanship. These anvils, or...

A mounted antique carved wooden mould from the Tucker collection. This is one of many moulds we are selling from this vast collection assembled by British make-up artist, Christopher...

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-inc...

A pair of mounted antique carved wooden scroll moulds from the Tucker collection. These are just two of many moulds we are selling from this vast collect...

This small antique Minton & Co encaustic tile displays a collection of intriguing motifs and symbols. This 19th century 6-inch tile is the perfect deco...

1960s Extra large Industrial casting foundry mould – two metres (2304) 1960s Extra large Industrial casting foundry mould – We recently cleared...

1960’s Very large industrial casting foundry mould (2310) 1960’s Very large industrial casting foundry mould – We recently cleared the Victorian warehouses of Derwent Foundry on the...

A mounted antique carved wooden mould from the Tucker collection. This is one of many moulds we are selling from this vast collection assembled by British make-up artist, Christopher...

A pair of mounted antique carved wooden moulds from the Tucker collection. These are just two of many moulds we are selling from this vast collection assembled by British make-up art...

A pair of mounted antique carved wooden moulds from the Tucker collection. This pair is one of many moulds we are selling from this vast collection assembled by British make-up artist, Christopher Tucker. Dating from the late 18th to mid 19th centuries, these wooden moulds are exceptionally hand carved by talented Victorian artisans, their elaborate details originally used to cast details in composition for the frames of pictures and paintings. This set is inscribed with design number 8546 and features beautiful scrolling and foliage deeply carved into the wood. This results in a highly ornate and precise compo embellishment that appears as though it has been carved rather than cast. Each wooden mould comes with an accompanying custom-made steel display stand. Christopher Tucker (1941-2022) was an award-winning British make-up artist, specialising in prosthetics for theatre and film...

1960s very large industrial casting foundry mould (2300) 1960s very large industrial casting foundry mould – We recently cleared the Victorian warehouses of Derwent Foundry on the r...

1960?s very large industrial casting foundry mould (2303) 1960?s very large industrial casting foundry mould – We recently cleared the Victorian warehouses of Derwent Foundry on the...

An early 20th century English plaster lion head centred on a large plaster roundel decorated with a bead and reel border in high relief. Perhaps once used as part of a frieze embellishment on the interior of a prestigious building or an ornamentation for a roof boss, this striking lion head mask now makes a stunning English architectural display...

1960s extra large industrial casting foundry mould (2416) 1960s extra large industrial casting foundry mould – We recently cleared the Victorian...

1960s very large industrial casting foundry mould (2309) 1960s very large industrial casting foundry mould – We recently cleared the Victorian warehouses of Derwent Foundry on the r...

1960s extra large Industrial casting foundry mould (2308) 1960s extra large Industrial casting foundry mould – We recently cleared the Victoria...

A mounted antique carved wooden mould from the Tucker collection. This is one of many moulds we are selling from this vast collection assembled by British make-up artist, Christopher...

1960s Very large industrial casting foundry mould (Mould 1080.3) 1960s Very large industrial casting foundry mould (Mould 1080.3). We recently cleared the Victorian warehouses of ...

A mounted antique carved wooden mould from the Tucker collection. This is one of many moulds we are selling from this vast collection assembled by British make-up artist, Christopher...

A mounted antique carved wooden mould from the Tucker collection. This is one of many moulds we are selling from this vast collection assembled by British make-up artist, Christopher Tucker. Dating from the late 18th to mid 19th centuries, this wooden mould has been exceptionally hand carved by talented Victorian artisans, these elaborate details originally used to cast details in composition for the frames of pictures and paintings. This mould is inscribed with design number 4968 to the front and features a beautiful design deeply carved into the wood. This results in a highly ornate and precise compo embellishment that appears as though it has been carved rather than cast. The wooden mould comes with an accompanying custom-made steel display stand. Christopher Tucker Christopher Tucker (1941-2022) was an award-winning British make-up artist, specialising in prosthetics for theatre and film. Over his vast career, Tucker worked on a number of famous film and theatrical sets, creating prosthetics for the likes of The Phantom of the Opera, Star Wars and The Company of Wolves as well as the spectacular transformation of John Hurt into The Elephant Man. Following Tucker’s death in 2022, his expansive collection of film memorabilia...