Tiles
Vanessa Bell (Kensington 1879 – Firle 1961)
Category
Fixtures and fittings
Date
Unknown
Materials
Glazed earthenware
Measurements
910 x 700 mm
Collection
Monk's House, Rodmell, East Sussex
NT 768701
Summary
Tiled fireplace surround by Vanessa Bell, depicting a vase of flowers in the centre and white flowers either side, on a blue background, with a brown geometric border. The surround consists of 23 white glazed tiles painted in blue, brown, green, black and yellow. The hearth consists of 22 tiles, two by Vanessa Bell, one missing and 19 blue and white Delft-style tiles. Associated with the wooden surround 768700.
Makers and roles
Vanessa Bell (Kensington 1879 – Firle 1961), artist