Honey glazed ceramic tiles by American Encaustic Tiling Company, dating to the 1880s Victorian period. Each tile measures 6” x 6” and features a grid of small raised squares with crazed glaze, giving the look of a mosaic of small tiles. Stamped A.E. Tile Co. Limited on back. Useful for fireplace surrounds, restoration work, accent panels, or architectural salvage collections. Salvaged from 1889 San Francisco home. Sold individually.

The American Encaustic Tiling Company (AETCo.) was founded in 1875 specializing in tile for use in fireplaces and other architectural fixtures. From the 1890s-1930s it was one of the largest tile manufacturers in the world, closing in 1935. Some of its encaustic (patterned using colored clay or cement, not paint) tiles are now included in the Met Museum’s collection.

Each measure 6″w x 6″h x 1/2″d

Good antique condition, with glaze variation, surface wear, and mortar residue from age and use.