Object Description
A large antique Minton Hollins & Co tile depicting a pineapple.
Displayed on a custom made steel display stand, this hand painted tile panel depicts a vibrant pineapple on a stem against a terracotta and buff background.
This pineapple design is more than just an appealing display – by the 1550’s, pineapples were being shipped regularly from the Caribbean to Europe. They became a rare luxury and were the ultimate symbol of wealth.
Dating to circa 1880, this is the perfect decorative piece for a period property looking to add style and charm.
The tile is marked Stoke on Trent to the back.
Minton & Co
Thomas Minton opened the first Minton & Co factory in the 1790s, becoming one of the most popular pottery and porcelain manufacturers of the 19th century.
Based in Stoke-On-Trent, Minton was at the centre of British pottery, specialising in earthenware, bone china and Parian porcelain.
In 1845, Thomas Minton’s son, Herbert, partnered with Michael Daintry Hollins to establish the tile-making arm of the business. Today, Minton and Hollins tiles are highly sought after thanks to their beautiful patterns and unique history.
Additional information
The diameter of the stand is 20cm (7.87in).
The dimensions of the tile panel (without the stand): 27.3cm x 27.3cm x 1.4cm (10.75in x 10.75in x 0.55in)
The overall dimensions are for the tile and stand combined.