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Product Description
Mexican Floral Scroll Talavera Relief Tile uses a warm terracotta base that brings depth and contrast to high relief details finished in deep cobalt blue, olive green, brick red, ivory white, and small ochre yellow accents. A centered floral medallion anchors the layout, while four diagonal scrolls radiate outward and curve back in to maintain cohesion and balance. Cartouche like side motifs reinforce symmetry, and small accent dots create steady rhythm across the surface. Because the design resets within each tile, it installs as a consistent field where every piece reads complete and structured. Hand molded in ceramic, glazed in defined color areas, and kiln fired through traditional Mexican craftsmanship, this tile adds tactile dimension and architectural ornament to vertical installations. Request details and confirm quantities to order.
Tile Pattern Analysis
A central medallion establishes symmetry and a calm visual rhythm. Diagonal scrolls repeat with matching spacing and relief depth, guiding the eye outward and back toward the center. When repeated, each tile remains a complete module, forming an ordered grid with consistent shadow definition and clear pattern cadence.
Pattern Colors
- Base: warm terracotta background field
- Main: deep cobalt blue relief forms
- Secondary: olive green foliate scrolls
- Accent: brick red highlight motifs
- Contrast: ivory white separating fields
- Detail: small ochre yellow dots
- Outline: raised borders divide colors
Design Details
- Center: quatrefoil rosette in layered relief
- Scrolls: four diagonal foliate curves
- Axes: cartouche motifs on four sides
- Rhythm: dots act as visual separators
- Repeat: self contained module resets cleanly
Regional Design Influences
This relief tile reflects central Mexico Talavera influenced traditions through bold outlining, saturated glazes, and formal symmetry. Spanish colonial influence appears in the medallion focus and structured framing, while Moorish and Mediterranean influence is expressed through scrolling vegetal forms and rhythmic repetition. The warm terracotta base supports hacienda, Spanish Revival, and Mexican Colonial interiors that favor architectural ornament.
Artisan Craftsmanship
Artisans form the relief in clay before glazing so each rosette, scroll, and border holds clean elevation and defined compartments. Solid glazes are applied within raised boundaries to keep terracotta, cobalt, green, red, ivory, and ochre areas sharply separated. Kiln firing sets the glaze and preserves color clarity, while slight variation in glaze pooling and edge softness is valued as handmade character. The smooth finish keeps attention on sculptural depth and shadow.
Tile Specifications
- Material: handcrafted ceramic relief
- Finish: glazed
- Size 4×4 inches
- Size 6×6 inches
- Thickness: about 1/4 inch
- Use: backsplash and accent walls
- Outdoor condition: covered outdoor walls
- Origin: Mexico
FAQ
A: It combines a terracotta ground with a centered rosette and diagonal relief scrolls, so each tile reads complete and structured in a grid.
A: No, the medallion and scrolls reset within each tile, creating a repeating field of identical modules rather than an interlocking mural.
A: They reinforce the four axis symmetry and keep visual weight balanced on each side of the tile.
A: The relief borders separate each color area, helping prevent bleeding and keeping edges crisp around the scrolls and petals.
A: It works best on vertical surfaces such as backsplashes, wall features, and niches where light can emphasize depth and shadow.
Order Your Tile
Select 4×4 or 6×6 sizing, then choose the quantity that fits your layout. If you are planning a framed accent area or a full repeating field, share measurements so the order supports clean alignment.
Tile Related Resources
Installation
Dry lay a small section first to confirm orientation so the diagonal scrolls and side cartouches remain consistent across the grid. Use a reference line to keep rows square, then maintain uniform joints so the centered rosette reads evenly from tile to tile. Wipe the tile face gently as you work so raised edges stay defined and clean.
Cleaning
Wipe the glazed surface with mild soap, warm water, and a soft cloth. Rinse with clean water and dry with a towel, paying attention to relief edges where moisture can sit. Regular gentle wiping keeps the color separation clear and the relief pattern crisp.
Shipping and Returns
Review delivery expectations, packaging care, and return steps on our shipping and returns page before ordering so timing and quantities align with your project.
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 Rustica House written permission.
