Tropico Potteries, Glendale, CA 1920-1923 We don’t see many signed tiles from Tropico as they were only in business for a very short time before they were purchased by Gladding McBean. This octagon tea tile has five glossy glaze colors arranged in a pinwheel-like pattern, with a sixth color on the edges. 6″ x 1/2″ [...]
Tropico Potteries, Glendale, CA 1920-1928 Matte glazing is interesting on this Tropico field tile. Shades of brown blend with shades of green with a pleasing result. We have enough on hand for a small project. Combine with solid field tiles to expand their use in a back splash, fireplace surround, wainscotting etc. Sold individually. [...]
Tropico, Glendale, CA 1920-1928 Tropico, known for their famous Pig N Whistle tiles, produced a quite a variety of tiles in their short history. This little field tile has a light brown and white mottled, glossy finish. Each tile has a slightly different pattern and they look well together. We have just enough for a [...]
