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Back to Basics: AC’s Ceramic Tile Collections

Architectural Ceramics

Eastern Asia: While China may not be known for it’s tile work, decorative ceramics reign from this area. Countries like Spain, Italy, France and the Netherlands all have signature styles: Photo: A wall in the Alhambra; image via Libby Turner Dickstein for Architectural Ceramics.

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Avente Tile Talk: Step Up to Spanish Tile | September 2012

Tile Talk

Over time, and with the spread of Islam, the art made its way through to Northern Africa, and to what is now known as Spain, Italy, The Netherlands and the United Kingdom. Caceres Tile Tip Our hand-painted Spanish ceramic tile designs include borders, corners, large decorative tiles, and accent dots. backsplash designs.

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