Description: Vintage LRL Hand painted Seashell tiles, 4¼ x 4¼, new, signed, one of a kind, 3 pc set.[HPT-OL-CRee.1-3] Set 1 - 01 Flute, 02 Starfish, 03 Sea Coral Vintage Hand Painted Decorative tiles, 4¼" x 4¼". These were hand-painted in Rhode Island in the late 90's, most are signed by the original artist, Lauren R. Levesque (LRL). These were custom made for clients all over New England.One of a kind, these were our display samples, and are the very first ones made, and the only ones available. Each is hand painted onto a manufacturer's unglazed bisque wall tile. Then underglazes were hand brushed, stroke by stroke, pc by pc. After drying, they were clear coated, by hand, with 3 coats of ceramic glaze, then kiln fired at over 2000 degrees. These are suited for any interior space, waterproof, stain resistant, heat resistant, and light-fast, with an easy to clean gloss finish. Quality far exceeds manufacturers' decorative tiles. Background (aka. "field") is very close to "bisquit" from the famous mfr. of porcelain tubs and toilets. Originally sold for kitchen backsplash, bath walls and showers, fireplace surrounds, etc., they might be used for exterior applications in temperate climates, use your own discretion. These are not abrasion resistant enough to be considered "floor grade", though you could use these for trivets or to top an occasional table. Crazing occurs occasionally on hand painted ceramics, is natural, and in some circles preferred. There may be some crazing on a few of these tiles, though I can't promise it. NOTE: Trace (seriously - small) amounts of glue from the hook n' loop display system might be present along 1 or 2 edges on the back of some of these tiles. This will not affect installation. Series name and codes are marked on the back, in marker, by the artist. This also will not affect installation.Please remember that photographs and monitors can differ. COLORWAY: Coral Reef OCEAN LIFE SERIES - 12 Individual Sea Creatures, split to four - 3 pc sets. OTHER SETS THAT MIGHT STILL BE AVAILABLE: Set 2 - 04 Clam, 05 Fan, 06 Spiral Set 3 - 07 Scallop, 08 Nautilus, 09 Sand Dollar Set 4 - 10 Whelk, 11 Triton, 12 Sea Horse
Price: 24 USD
Location: Fall River, Massachusetts
End Time: 2025-02-07T20:08:59.000Z
Shipping Cost: N/A USD
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Restocking Fee: No
Return shipping will be paid by: Buyer
All returns accepted: Returns Accepted
Item must be returned within: 14 Days
Refund will be given as: Money Back
Artist: Lauren R. Levesque
Shape: Square
Signed By: LRL
Size: 4.25 x 4.25
Item Length: 4.25 in
Suitable For: Tiles, Wall
Care Instructions: Easy Care
Item Height: 5/16 inch
Style: English
Features: Fire Resistant, Fixed Edition, Hand Painted, High Gloss, Indoor, Limited Edition, Retired
Finish: Glazed
Room: Bathroom, Bedroom, Den, Dining Room, Greenhouse, Kitchen, Living Room, Nursery, Office, Playroom, Study, Sunroom, Utility/Laundry Room
Handmade: Yes
Item Width: 4.25 in
Pattern: Original Artist Rendition
Signed: Yes
Color: Multicolor
Material: Ceramic
Subject: Sea Life, Seashells & Sea Creatures
Brand: LRL
Thickness: 5/16 inch
Type: Tile
Era: Late 20th Century (1970-1999)
Original/Reproduction: Original
Theme: Sea Creatures
Time Period Manufactured: 1990-1999
Country/Region of Manufacture: United States
Production Technique: Fired Ceramic
