Tropico Vintage Tea Tile

On December 14, 2011, in California Tiles, by nancy

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 Mottled Field Tile

On April 23, 2011, in California Tiles, Field Tiles, by nancy

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 Variegated Field Tile

On February 27, 2011, in California Tiles, Field Tiles, by nancy

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 [...]