Romana floral scroll tiles have a design inspired by a Roman fresco wall: polished slip surface, similar technique to that used in Ancient Greek pottery. These tiles have the aged and weathered look of ancient frescoed walls. Instead of a conventional glaze, they have a satin finish, fired to 1045°C for colour stability, and are sealed to ensure they are impervious to water and grease.

Romana Floral Scroll Tiles for Decorative Friezes

A green scrolling stem travels horizontally across the design, carrying stylised flowers and tapering leaves in muted ochre, terracotta red and pale mineral tones. Narrow red rules define the floral band against a broad ivory field. Scuffs, faint marks and tonal irregularity soften the composition, giving these Roman fresco border tiles the appearance of painted ornament aged over time.

The horizontal structure makes the design particularly suited to friezes, lower wall sections and decorative bands. It may also be combined with quiet field tiles where a defined transition between plain and ornamented surfaces is required.

Roman Wall-Painting References

Vegetal borders and painted friezes formed part of Roman decorative wall schemes, separating larger fields and framing areas of ornament. The primary reference for this design is ancient Roman fresco painting, including interiors preserved at Pompeii beneath volcanic material following the eruption of Mount Vesuvius in AD 79.

Within the wider collection, the preserved frescoes of Akrotiri on Thera in modern Santorini provide an earlier Aegean reference for mineral colour, painted surfaces and the softened character of excavated decoration.

Planning the Floral Scroll

The scrolling stem continues across adjoining tiles to create a measured horizontal rhythm. Flower heads and leaves cross individual joints, so orientation, grout colour and joint width will affect the continuity of the finished botanical frieze. A dry layout is advisable before fixing the tiles.

Within the same category, Acanthus Border & Field offers related classical foliage, while Akrotiri Red Stripe Border & Field provides a more restrained linear treatment.

Specification and Complementary Scrollwork

A sample arrangement of the Romana floral scroll tiles is recommended to assess colour, surface variation and the movement of the design across multiple joints. Quantities should account for the intended frieze length, changes of direction and any cuts required around corners or adjoining surfaces.

Elsewhere within De Ferranti, the Aviary Scrollwork Scagliola Panel explores classical vines and ornamental balance through layered plaster craft. The Fioretto Border provides a complementary interpretation of Pompeian colour in stone and terracotta. Please confirm quantities, formats, installation requirements and project suitability before ordering.

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