Ceramics – All Disciplines

Human beings have explored ceramics since earliest times, first out of necessity to store food and water, and then through decorative ceramic tiles and other forms of artistic expression. The alchemy of the kiln is part science, part magic.

Every time and every culture has had functional requirements from ceramics, from Chinese glazed roof tiles to Dutch tiled stoves and Spanish terracotta floors. The ease with which these objects can be elevated beyond simple artisanal offerings makes decorative ceramic tiles one of the richest categories for artistic experimentation.

Traditional and contemporary ceramics for walls and floors are represented in depth in De Ferranti’s unique collection.

 

Decorative Ceramic Tiles Across Traditions

De Ferranti’s ceramics category moves between historical references, regional traditions, hand-painted decoration, relief, glaze chemistry and contemporary ceramic art. Explore the sinuous motifs of Art Nouveau, the narrative and plain formats within Delft - Whites, Decors & Panels, and the colour and craft of Portuguese Tiles - Azulejos.

Further directions include Ceramic Art - Panels, Sculptural Forms & Modules, dimensional Raised Relief Tiles & Mouldings and the tactile irregularity of Tierra Negra - Black Handmade Terracotta.

Formats range from individual field tiles and repeating patterns to panels, mouldings, sculptural modules and complete decorative compositions. This breadth of decorative ceramic tiles materials allows designers to build a unified surface scheme, introduce a concentrated feature or select a ceramic detail that connects with the wider palette of an interior.

As the category spans different ceramic bodies, finishes and making methods, suitability should be confirmed for the exact product. Review samples, dimensions, surface variation, joint spacing, grout colour and relevant technical information before specification. Wall, floor, wet-area and exterior performance should not be assumed across the collection as a whole.

 

Project Guidance and Enquiries

For project guidance, availability, pricing, samples or further information about decorative ceramic tiles, please contact us. Your enquiry will come directly to De Ferranti, and we will be pleased to discuss suitability, quantities, lead times and options for your project.