Object Description
An antique W. B. Simpson & Sons tile panel depicting a Neoclassical design.
The set of four hand painted tiles form a beautiful decorative panel of a classically styled vase with scrolling ribbons and oak boughs with acorns, in an elegant tonal blue on a charming ochre background.
The tile to the bottom of the panel is hand signed with ‘W. B Simpson & Sons – 100 Saint Martins Lane, London.
Displaying a Neoclassical flair, the set combined make the perfect decorative wall art for a period home looking to add style and grandeur.
W. B. Simpson & Sons
William Butler Simpson established his ceramics company in W. B. Simpson & Sons in 1833, after he inherited his talent as an artist from his father.
Simpson gradually built up the business during his lifetime and even worked with tile manufacturers Maw & Co.
In 1849, Simpson was presented a gold medal by the Society of Arts in recognition of his efforts to promote the improvement of design.
Just a couple of years later, he received a bronze medal from the International Exhibition of Decorators, before being made a Freeman of The City of London.
In 1852, his two son, Willian Federik and Edward Henry were made partners.