German Secessionist Tile Classical Wreath califronia tile which renders the image nearly

which renders the image nearly photographic

Total dimensions 24 1/2" x 8 1/2"

The three 6 inch square tiles are covered in a mottled glaze to look like stone

Nearly 3/4" thick

The glazes are rich and the carving crisp

German Secessionist Tile Classical Wreath califronia tile which renders the image nearlyThis German Secessionist tile dates to the early 1900's and shows a wreath tied with a ribbon. The molding is in high relief with the edges deeply carved leaving a vivid shadow line in the ivory white tile. Measures 6" square. The surface is unworn. There is a shallow chip on the bottom edge near the left corner. The back is unmarked with a grid pattern.