Colonial Talavera Ceramic Letter A > 281315-130 | Main characteristics |
Width: 3.7" Height: 5.5" Thickness: 0.3" Weight: 0.5 pounds
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Our price: $9.99 |
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The background on this Talavera ceramic tile is mostly white with some beautiful and colorful flowers surrounding the number. This tile is compressed and fired to high temperatures to get a very solid and consistent piece of ceramic. Each number is 0.5 lbs in weight, considering its size that is very dense. The number itself is raised from the rest of the surface to give it the 3D effect, handpainted in dark blue.
Mexican Talavera ceramic is the result of a mixture of cultures over the time. The Spaniards were influenced by Arabic pottery, they brought it to Mexico and the mixture of cultures gave as result these beautiful art in ceramic. This ceramic tile is just an example of the exquisite beauty the Mexican craftsmen put on each item they create. It is hand-painted, this means that no two tile house numbers are exactly alike! There might be small differences in size, weight and color and the decorations. This tile house number will add a focal point to your house exterior.
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