Reclaimed Mythological Tile By Minton Hollins

A reclaimed 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 mythology, the poem tells the story of Venus, the Goddess of Love, and her unrequited love for the mortal and hunter, Adonis.

This tile depicts Adonis grasping onto the reigns of a rearing horse, a quiver of arrows on his back.

We are also selling further sets of tiles from the same series. Each illustration is outline-printed and hand-coloured, framed with a decorative border that tie the tiles together.

MINTON & CO

Thomas Minton opened the first Minton & Co factory in the 1790s, becoming one of the most popular pottery and porcelain manufacturers of the 19th century.

Based in Stoke-On-Trent, Minton was at the centre of British pottery, specialising in earthenware, bone china and Parian porcelain.

In 1845, Thomas Minton’s son, Herbert, partnered with Michael Daintry Hollins to establish the tile-making arm of the business. Today, Minton and Hollins tiles are highly sought after thanks to their beautiful patterns and unique history.

CONDITION REPORT

Good structural condition. Minor firing flaws and light crazing. Nibbles to edges. No breaks or repairs. Wear consistent with age and use. Minor Losses, scuffs, and scratches.