Vintage California Tile Panel by Taylor Santa Monica alfred meakin The pull chains on the

The pull chains on the sockets still have that distinctive click

a ball of yarn and building blocks spelling out the name LAWSON

I like how the molded edge of the tile is continued and complimented by the frame's profile

Some chips around the edges

so it is ready to display on your wall

Vintage California Tile Panel by Taylor Santa Monica alfred meakin The pull chains on theThis vintage 12" square tile panel was made by Taylor Tilery (1930 1941) of Santa Monica California. From a later 1930s production the tiles are made from a dust pressed body and covered in waxy matte glazes. This set has a sand colored background to its kaleidoscopic design. Each tile measures 6" square and 3 8" thick which makes them easy to mix with contemporary tile. Marked "Santa Monica Tiles" on the back. Cleaned of grout and mortar the tiles