A. W. N. Pugin 'Bull of St Luke' 6-Inch Encaustic Tile by Minton
By Minton
Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire
A superb mid-19th century 6-inch glazed encaustic tile depicting the Bull of Saint Luke, designed by A. W. N. Pugin and manufactured by Minton & Co. (stamped). Similar tile depicting the Lion of Saint Mark also available under Stock No. 37042.
Dating to circa 1850, this antique tile is an excellent example of 19th century Minton works, depicting a winged bull bearing the name ‘St. Luke’ in buff tones before a terracotta background. The reverse is equally as impressive, clearly bearing the Minton name and marked '21'.
Steeped in history, this antique English tile...
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Mid-19th Century Medieval Antique British Sculptures