Product Description
Cobalt Medallion Talavera Tile combines deep cobalt blue with crisp white contours and warm accent tones for a bold, high contrast Talavera look. Mustard yellow, soft terracotta, and small touches of burnt orange add warmth, while light sky blue details introduce gentle balance without softening the graphic clarity. The design uses partial circular medallions that hint at a larger composition once tiles repeat, so the surface gains structure and rhythm as the pattern interlocks. Curved bands and scalloped edges keep movement flowing, while sharper sunburst shapes add disciplined order. Hand painted, glazed, and kiln fired in traditional Mexican craftsmanship, this tile is ready for strong focal installations. Request details, confirm quantities, or place your order.
Tile Pattern Analysis
Partial circular medallions sit in a radial framework with mirrored balance. Curved bands and scalloped edges create motion, while sunburst segments add measured rhythm. When repeated, the medallion fragments join into a larger continuous pattern with clear alignment.
Pattern Colors
- Background: deep cobalt blue
- Contours: crisp white
- Accent: mustard yellow
- Accent: soft terracotta
- Accent: burnt orange touches
- Detail: light sky blue
Design Details
- Geometry: partial circular medallion segments
- Structure: radial symmetry through repeats
- Edges: scalloped outlines and curved bands
- Rhythm: sunburst shapes inside medallions
- Interlock: motifs connect across tile joints
Regional Design Influences
This tile reflects central Mexico Talavera tradition through cobalt and white foundations with warm yellow accents. Its medallion structure aligns with Spanish colonial surface decoration. Scalloped curves and layered ornament carry Moorish influence adapted into Mexican ceramic design.
Artisan Craftsmanship
Artisans paint defined outlines to separate each color field and keep the medallion edges crisp. Solid fills are applied with controlled brushwork, then sealed with glaze for depth and clarity. Kiln firing sets the glaze and stabilizes the saturated cobalt and warm accents. Small variation in line weight and glaze tone is expected and valued as a sign of handmade work.
Tile Specifications
- Material: handcrafted ceramic
- Finish: glazed
- Size 4×4: available
- Size 6×6: available
- Thickness: not provided
- Use: backsplash and accent walls
- Outdoor condition: covered outdoor walls
- Origin: Mexico
FAQ – Cobalt Tile
A: The pattern uses partial medallions that connect across joints, so a larger circular composition appears only when multiple tiles repeat.
A: The segments still read as ornamental arcs, and the full medallion effect strengthens as coverage increases.
A: Mustard, terracotta, and burnt orange add warmth and keep the palette balanced and inviting.
A: No, they add softness in small areas while the cobalt ground and white contours remain dominant.
A: Yes, it works well as a focal band or inset alongside simpler field tiles.
Order Your Tile
Select 4×4 or 6×6 sizing, then choose the quantity that fits your layout and repeat plan. If you want the medallions to form full circles in a specific area, share measurements so the order supports your placement.
Tile Related Resources
Installation
Dry lay a small section first to see how the partial medallions connect across joints and to choose the orientation that completes the circles where you want them. Start from a reference line so edges finish evenly, then keep joints consistent to preserve alignment. Clean the tile face gently as you work so the glaze stays clear and the contours remain sharp.
Cleaning
Wipe the glazed surface with mild soap, warm water, and a soft cloth. Rinse with clean water and dry with a towel to keep the cobalt background deep and the white contours bright. Regular gentle wiping helps preserve crisp edges and keeps the warm accents clear.
Shipping and Returns
Review packing details, delivery expectations, and return steps on our shipping and returns page before ordering so quantities and timing match your project plan.
Disclaimer: This tile is handmade and hand painted, so slight variations in pattern, glaze, and hue are expected and enhance the character of each piece. Lifestyle images are provided for inspiration only and may not reflect the exact tile pattern design. All product images are protected by copyright and may not be used without written permission.
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