Large Antique 19th Century Maw & Co Glazed Tile Panel

A large antique 19th century Maw & Co glazed tile panel.

This 19th century tile is the perfect decorative piece for those looking to appreciate Victorian design and English history.

Moulded in relief, the intriguing scene depicts a man and two women in medieval dress to a punt, with swans head picked out in tonal brown and ochre against a grey glazed background.

The reverse side is stamped Maw & Co.

Maw & Co. Antique Tiles

Maw & Co. was founded in 1850 by George Maw and his brother Arthur. Over the next 30 years, the business would grow into one of the most influential English floor tile manufacturers in the industry, Maw & Co. tiles decorating properties and establishments across the globe.

Initially based in Worcester, the business relocated to the Benthall Works in Broseley, Shropshire in 1852. Here they made their highly sought after encaustic tiles while experimenting with majolica glazes, transfer print, hand painting and relief tiles. In 1883, the business expanded, relocating again to a new premises in Jackfield.

At the end of the 19th century, Maw & Co. was one of the largest tile factories in the world, trading for a further 70 years before closing in 1970.

Additional dimensions

Panel without stand: Height 36cm x Width 37cm x Depth 3.5cm (14.17in x 14.57in x 1.38in)