Claycraft Potteries, Los Angeles, CA  1921-1939 Here’s a rare vintage gem from LA’s remarkable Claycraft Potteries. The raised line design of the flowering cactus (probably a Kingcup or Hedgehog variety common throughout the desert Southwest and one of the rare blooming cacti with flowers that stay open all night) neatly planted in a Southwestern themed [...]

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 Here is a great little gem of a tile from Claycraft.   Insert tiles in this size are rarely seen, so we are pleased to have acquired a few.  This vintage tile depicts a detailed stone archway in the foreground with scrubs or cacti, and mountains in the background. [...]

Claycraft Potteries, Los Angeles, CA  1921-1939 We have rarely seen this size scenic Claycraft in our many years of business.  This little 3-dimensional scene includes a white stucco building on a body of water with mountain in the background and palm tree and cactus in the foreground.  Notice the minute details in the textured sky. [...]

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 [...]