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Set of 6 vintage ceramic advertising tiles made in England by Richards Tiles Ltd. Each tile features a detailed illustration of a historic London pub connected to Barclay’s Beers / Barclay Perkins Brewery, Southwark.
Designs included:
• The Hand & Shears, Cloth Fair (3 tiles)
• Barclay’s Brewhouse, Southwark 1790 (1 tile)
• The King & Prince of Wales, Brick St. (1 tile)
• The Two Chairmen, Warwick House St. (1 tile)
Details:
• Maker’s mark on reverse: “RICHARDS ENGLAND” with impressed numbers.
• Approximate size: ~ 4 1/8” x 4 1/8”
• Date: c. 1940s - 1950s
• Originally produced as decorative/advertising tiles and sometimes used in pubs or as collectible drink mats.
Condition:
• Vintage condition with age wear, surface marks, some glaze crazing, and small edge chips (see photos for details).
• Still display beautifully with nice patina.
Please see photos for condition.