Antique 5-inch Heraldic Encaustic Tile by Godwin

An antique 19^th century heraldic style encaustic 5-inch tile by English makers Godwin of Lugwardine; one of 6 similar we have available.

Dating to circa 1870, this antique tile features a post-medieval style coat of arms design in deep red/brown and yellow colours. It bears a central shield detailed with spears and an armoured leg between acorns and oak leaves.

An example of this exact Godwin tile design can be found in London’s V&A Museum, making this one an excellent collector’s piece.

Godwin Tiles

William Godwin began manufacturing encaustic tiles, bricks and drainpipes at his factory in Lugwardine, Herefordshire in 1851. In later years, William went into partnership with his son and traded as ‘Godwin & Co’, a name that would become reputable until long after William’s death in 1925.