Claycraft Potteries, Los Angeles, CA  1921-1939 A lovely floral motif covers this vintage Claycraft self-framed tile.  The satiny glazes are in soft, muted shades; and crazing is evident.  Claycraft, probably most known for their dusty, matte glazes (similar to Batchelder and Moresque) also made wonderfully glazed faience tiles. 3  3/4″ square x 3/4″ thick Excellent [...]

Claycraft Potteries, Los Angeles, CA  1921-1939 This vintage, self-framed tile has Claycraft’s fine workmanship and serene landscape scene.  The tree in the foreground is very detailed, with rocks and grass, and in the distance a lake and mountains. 3  3/4″ square x 3/4″ thick Excellent condition; signed Qty = 4 $250

Claycraft Potteries, Los Angeles, CA  1921-1939 Vintage Claycraft tile has a 3-dimensional castle against a blue, textured sky.  In the foreground, there are rocks and greenery next to a long walled road.   Matte glazes are muted shades, including blue, green, pink with beige and tan.  Self framed. 3  3/4″ square x 3/4″ thick Great [...]

Claycraft Potteries, Los Angeles, CA  1921-1939 Claycraft’s decorative tiles are among the most collectible on the market today and it’s been said that this company ranks among the premier tile makers of the Golden Era.   Wonderfully executed vintage tile features a flowering cactus with decorative planter.    It is multi colored, with high glazed [...]

Claycraft Potteries, Los Angeles, CA  1921-1939 Here is a beautifully glazed vintage tile with raised lines separating the seven colors.  A flowering cactus is depicted, set into a square, decorated planter.  The glossy black background really accents the scene.  Claycraft’s decorative tiles helped to popularize and idealize the West as a paradise awaiting an expanding [...]

Claycraft Potteries, Los Angeles, CA  1921-1939 There is a combination of matte and glossy finishes on these bright, colorful glazes.   The Spanish design was made using the cuenca or raised-line method.  Most of the credit for the work done by Claycraft  goes to Fred and George Robertson, of the famous Robertson of Hollywood family. [...]

Claycraft Potteries, Los Angeles, CA  1921-1939 A vase with flowers  is depicted on these adorable little insert tiles from Claycraft.    Insert tiles were used to add decoration to installations of floor or wall tiles.   Soft matte glaze colors compliment the design.   Contact us for more photos or info. 1 3/4″ square x [...]

Claycraft Potteries, Los Angeles, CA  1921-1939 We have a small quantity of this 3-dimensional vintage tile from Claycraft.   A coat of arms or shield is depicted with Claycraft’s attention to detail and dusty matte glazing.   The photo shows a sampling of the various glaze colors.    Contact us for more photos or info. [...]

Claycraft Potteries, Los Angeles, CA  1921-1939 High desert landscaping is the subject of this antique Claycraft tile.  A flowering yucca plant dominates the scene with mountains in the background.   It has Claycraft’s typical matte glazes  in natural colors. 7  3/4″ x 3  3/4″ x 3/4″ thick Great condition; never set, signed. Qty = 1 [...]

Claycraft Potteries, Los Angeles, CA  1921-1939 Remarkable antique tile from Claycraft depicting the courtyard of a mission.   Notice all the incredible 3-dimensional details on this tile, such as the tiles on the roof and the grapevine.   Dusty matte glazes are soft, earthy tones and compliment the scene.  This can be installed in a [...]

Claycraft Potteries, Los Angeles, CA  1921-1939 This vintage high-glazed border tile from Claycraft was made using the cuenca or raised line method.  There is a pretty water lily design with great color separation.  Glaze colors include delft blue, green, white and mustard. 3  3/4″ x 1  3/4″ x 1/2″ thick Great condition; signed, never set [...]

Claycraft Potteries, Los Angeles, CA  1921-1939 This is a superb, crisply molded 4″ x 8″ art tile in a mellow, matte finish. It pictures a southwestern Pueblo Indian style adobe complete with log ladder, viga tails, and scattered pots set against a tranquil, desert landscape. The use of a muted glaze palette compliments the nostalgic [...]

Claycraft Potteries, Los Angeles, CA  1921-1939 Multi-colored Claycraft border tile with repeating geometric design.  There are six glossy glaze colors on this signed tile.  We have enough for a small project.  In addition to the 11 tiles with very good condition, we have about a dozen with varying conditions and prices.  Ask for pictures. 5 [...]

Claycraft Potteries, Los Angeles, CA  1921-1939 This bright, molded high-line border tile is decorated with a branch of trailing wild roses and violets.
  The firm’s superb craftsmanship and artistic skill is as evident in this small tile as in their larger pieces.
  We have enough on hand for a variety of projects.  In addition to [...]

Claycraft Potteries, Los Angeles, CA 1921-1939 This is a rare promotional, commemorative, or perhaps sample tea/trivet/roundel tile. The bright, translucent glaze is a jewel-like emerald green. The central motif of a graceful deer or gazelle is executed in an elongated, Art-Deco influenced style and is bordered by an inscribed “Claycraft Potteries” in a bold, attractive [...]

Claycraft Potteries, Los Angeles, CA  1921-1939 This pretty border tile comes from Claycraft, signed.  The raised line, glossy finish tile has an interesting and attractive design incorporating both classical and Art Deco motifs.  Bold yellow, forest green and teal glazes are bright and harmonious. 5  3/4″ x 2  3/4″ x 1/2″ thick Good with signs [...]