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Product Description
Mexican Talavera Relief Tile Floral Medallion presents a classic palette of deep cobalt blue, earthy olive green, warm mustard yellow, and a vivid red accent over a soft ivory base that keeps the relief crisp and readable. A centered floral medallion anchors the composition, where rounded raised forms and dark outlining separate each color field with clear definition. Green scrolls fill the corners with controlled movement, while shield like side forms strengthen symmetry and keep the pattern stable within the square frame. Because the design resets within each tile, every piece reads complete and consistent in a grid installation. Hand molded, glazed, and kiln fired through traditional Mexican craftsmanship, this relief tile brings structured ornament and tactile depth to feature surfaces. Request details and confirm quantities to order.
Tile Pattern Analysis
A centered medallion establishes strict symmetry and a calm visual rhythm. Rounded relief shapes repeat evenly around the red core, while corner scrolls create balanced movement. When repeated, each tile remains a complete unit, forming an orderly field of identical floral medallions with consistent depth.
Pattern Colors
- Base: soft ivory background field
- Main: deep cobalt blue medallion form
- Secondary: earthy olive green petals
- Accent: vivid red center detail
- Highlight: warm mustard yellow notes
- Outline: dark defining contour lines
Design Details
- Layout: centered floral medallion symmetry
- Core: circular red center anchor
- Form: blue quatrefoil with green petals
- Corners: scrolling foliage relief elements
- Edges: side shields reinforce balance
Regional Design Influences
This relief tile reflects central Mexico Talavera influenced traditions through bold outlining, saturated color fields, and symmetrical floral geometry. Spanish colonial influence appears in the medallion structure and balanced framing, with Moorish symmetry reflected in the ordered repetition of curved forms. The palette and relief modeling support Spanish Colonial, Mediterranean, and hacienda interiors that feature architectural ceramic ornament.
Artisan Craftsmanship
Artisans form the relief in clay before glazing so every petal, scroll, and border holds clean separation between colors. Solid glazes are applied within raised boundaries to keep blue, green, yellow, red, and ivory fields crisp and opaque. The smooth glazed surface lets elevation and shadow define depth, giving the medallion strong dimensional clarity. Kiln firing sets the glaze and preserves definition, with small variation in glaze thickness and relief edge softness valued as handmade character.
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 – Mexican Talavera Relief Tile Floral Medallion
A: It combines a centered floral medallion with raised scroll corners and shield like side forms, so each tile reads complete without relying on adjoining pieces.
A: No, the composition resets within each tile, so repetition forms a grid of identical medallions rather than a continuous mural.
A: They add controlled movement at the corners while preserving symmetry and keeping the medallion visually anchored in the center.
A: The relief borders act as natural dividers that keep each glaze field distinct and reinforce clarity around the blue and green forms.
A: It works well as a repeating field for backsplashes and feature walls, or as a framed inset where the centered design can be read tile by tile.
Order Your Tile
Select 4×4 or 6×6 sizing, then choose the quantity that fits your layout. If you want a centered block or border of floral medallion relief tiles, share measurements so the order supports your plan.
Tile Related Resources
Installation
Dry lay a small section first to confirm orientation so the side shields and corner scrolls stay consistent across the grid. Start from a reference line to keep rows square, then maintain uniform joints so the medallion remains centered tile to tile. Wipe the tile face gently as you work so glaze stays clean and raised edges remain defined.
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 raised edges where moisture can sit. Regular gentle wiping keeps the relief definition clear and the color separation crisp.
Shipping and Returns
Review delivery expectations, packaging care, and return steps on our shipping and returns page before ordering so quantities and timing 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.
