Assembled set of Minton ceramic tiles depicting different scenes from Malory's "La Morte d'Arthur", after the design by John Moyr Smith (1839-1912), and signed "Moyr Smith" on the front of each tile. Impressed on each tile's back: Minton China Works, Stoke on Trent; also with the Minton's globe logo. Removed from a wall, but with the fronts remaining in excellent condition, and with some tiles having minor chipping on their backs where they were attached to the wall. Blue, brown and beige underglaze colors. England, circa 1870-90. 6" square. Priced separately at $265.00 each, or as a set of eight at $2,120.00.
Antique Porcelain & Pottery Antique Tiles
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