William kelly obituary yardley, pa the times, trenton. In fact, the whole book is laden with beautiful illustrations. Vintage spartan 1960s set of 4, 4 516 square ceramic wall tile mint ming green. This corporate entity was filed approximately seventy years ago on tuesday, february 28, 1950 as recorded in documents filed with florida department of state. Environmental profile of wenczel tile company of florida. These books are recommend for one or more of the following reasons.
It is known that egyptians on the 4th millennium b. The history of ceramic tiles begins with the oldest civilizations. Tile art a history of decorative ceramic tiles by riley. Book tile definition is a flat clay building tile that has hollow sections, that is usually 2 to 3 inches thick, 12 inches wide, and from 16 to 24 inches long, and that is shaped roughly like a closed book so that adjoining pieces fit into each other. Alternatively, tile can sometimes refer to similar units made from lightweight. Book tile definition, a flat, cellular roofing tile having two parallel edges one of which is convex and the other concave, so that a number may be fit together edge to. Army during the korean war, then worked as a ceramic engineer.
Kay hacket was the designer, and these designs from about 1954 were made into brooch and earring sets. There has never been a comprehensive history of trenton potteries largely. Sevilla, capital of andalucia and tapas boasts of a great flamenco scene and nightlife as well as some tile and ceramic shops and soon to open museums, where you will find more about andalusian tile history. If youre looking for longlasting floors, take note some of those roman. Wenczel tile distributing company filed as a domestic for profit corporation in the state of florida and is no longer active. History of the tile shop floor tiles, bathroom tiles. The books homepage helps you explore earths biggest bookstore without ever leaving the comfort of your couch. This book is an excellent overview of the history of tile art.
Vintage tile suppliers whether youre restoring a beautiful old home or hoping to add an antique touch to a new space, vintage tile offers the ultimate in personalization. Where can i find vintage wenczel tile to make a repair in. In 1965, bill received awards for advertising excellence and started his own ad business in trenton, representing local industries, including wenczel tile and stangel pottery. Innovation and design in the tile industry after the centennial exhibition.
Border tile, ceiling tiles, wall tile, nondomestic product. A tile is a thin object usually square or rectangular in shape. Tile art a history of decorative ceramic tiles by riley noel. Trent tile company trenton, nj was purchased by wenczel in 1940 this tile probably dates around 1950. Dudkiewicz enjoyed preparing traditional polish meals as well as spending time with her two pomeranian dogs, peanuts and cindy. History of the dutch delft tile the saltillo tile company, santa fe. Spanish tiles have gained a worldwide reputation for some of the most brilliant and colourful combinations.
Youngs road costs wenczel tile co annually in taxes. The marcuses sold their installation business and partnered with the wenczel tile company to open up standard tile distributors in august of 1956. Ceramic tile floors have seen their popularity rise and fall from ancient rome to the modern day. Henry lemanski, 92, of hamilton, passed away on december 11, 2016, at home surrounded by his loving family. The origins of spanish tiles go back thousands of years during medieval times and before the muslim invasion in the year 711, ceramics were extensively produced in southern and coastal eastern spain, including tiles for design and manufacture, practical. And for that period the tile, its shape, size, material and use have changed dramatically.
This property is partially within the ae zone within floodplain. In february 1976, osha representatives inspected wenczels plant and issued a citation for violation of its asbestos standards. History of decorative tiles by noel riley goodreads. Stangl pottery from new jersey developed handpainted porcelain jewelry, using porcelain blanks from wenczel tile. Here youll find current best sellers in books, new releases in books, deals in books, kindle ebooks, audible audiobooks, and so much more. Read more about a collection of trent tile molds that was discovered during a building renovation and that were exhibited at the museum in 2012. This striking book gathers together a diverse collection of ceramic tiles, and explores their rich history, purpose and decorative qualities. Book tile definition, a flat, cellular roofing tile having two parallel edges one of which is convex and the other concave, so that a number may be fit together edge to edge between rafters, joists, etc. She was employed for many years with the wenczel tile company of trenton until her retirement. Jun 15, 1992 this book is an excellent overview of the history of tile art. The citys water supply is obtained from the delaware river, the water being purified in a modern filtration and chlorination plant. A portion of this property is denoted as being within a floodway. Born in trenton, new jersey, son of the late joseph a.
Jul 25, 20 wenczel tile was 4 38 so american olean won t work. These glossy tiles are 4516 inches by 4516 inches and 516 inch thick. Hans van lemmen historical tiles brief history of tiles. Stone building blocks in box, wenczel tile co, dejong design nyc, architecture. Tile is a manufactured piece of hardwearing material such as ceramic, stone, metal, baked clay, or even glass, generally used for covering roofs, floors, walls, or other objects such as tabletops. History of daltile corporation the history of daltile was that it began operations in 1947 in dallas, texas as dallas ceramic tile company. Through history, tiles were made by assyrians, babylonians and the islamic empire.
In 1968, bill began a 20 year career as manager of graphics and corporate services with hoechst celanese corporation at its new york city headquarters. Keramiekmuseum het princessehof grote kerkstraat 11, 8911 dz leeuwarden pottery and tiles from all over the world go to website. Special discounts, promotional offers and order information for registered trade partners. A good starting point for tile lovers, which s well illustrated with brief explanations on tile making, history and culture the lady this handsome book packed with superb illustrations and informative text traces the history of tiles from the earliest times to the present day. History, pattern, design here design, terry bloxham on amazon. Portuguese tinglazed wall tile, 17501800 english delftware tile c. Born in trenton, catherine was a resident of lawrenceville since 1960. The modern tile industry was advanced by herbert minton in 1843 when he revived the lost art of encaustic tilemaking in england. The wenczel tile company continued in its east trenton location until it closed operations several years ago. Repair your vintage bathroom tile with the correct size tile for a grand look. She was an avid gardener, especially enjoying flowerscaping. The company had an easy access to the rest of the nation, the company experienced tremendous growth and, in 1955, opened its first sales centers in tampa, florida and monterey, mexico.
Catherine beres obituary lawrenceville, nj the times. Wenczel tile co is located at 200 enterprise avenue, trenton nj, 08638. Your sustainable resource library to evaluate, present and specify inspiring tile solutions. Vanderbilt company mines and distributes an industrial talc, nytal 99. Agoncillo, philippine history and government by sonia m. Beginning in 1929 when their grandfather stephen wenczel, a polish immigrant with little more than a 3rd grade education, founded wenczel tile co in trenton, new jersey. History of daltile corporation the history of daltile was. Alternatively, tile can sometimes refer to similar units made from lightweight materials such as perlite, wood, and mineral wool. Explore the possibility of using porcelain tile for your home or office space, and find out more about why this material is a good long term investment as well as a beautiful option for your design needs.
Wenczel tile company of florida is located at 6608 south westshore boulevard, tampa fl, 33616. Etsy is the home to thousands of handmade, vintage, and oneofakind products and gifts related to your search. She retired in 1995 after 35 years service with the wenczel tile company of trenton. Many of the handpainted designs are similar to stangl dinnerware designs and the birds, but the shapes were round and oval. This information is sourced from the fema national. No matter what youre looking for or where you are in the world, our global marketplace of sellers can help you find unique and affordable options. Nowadays, spanish tiles vary from modern to traditional. Detailed information on youngs road, owned by wenczel tile. Also delightful is a 17th century dutch tile panel depicting the workings of a tile factory. Harry expanded with partner jack knies by opening locations in connecticut. Etsy your place to buy and sell all things handmade.
The history and art of spanish ceramic tiles spainatm. He graduated from rutgers university with a degree in ceramic engineering, after having earned a full academic and athletic scholarship. Where can i find vintage wenczel tile to make a repair in my. The 1909 battery maritime building is at the foot of south street on the east river. Book tile definition of book tile by merriamwebster. A wide variety of wenczel tile options are available to you, there are 14 suppliers who sells wenczel tile on, mainly located in asia. They were used to protect and decorate the walls of some of the earliest buildings in mesopotamia and ancient egypt and are still used today on an unprecedented scale in every form of architecture. Dec 17, 2014 catherine strycharz beres lawrenceville catherine strycharz beres, 97, of lawrenceville died peacefully on tuesday at home, surrounded by her family. The glazed bricks were also very common in mesopotamia. Nederlands tegelmuseum eikenzoom 12, 6731 bh otterlo national collection of dutch tiles go to website. Very complete book about the history of the ceramic tiles. Vintage seafoam green ceramic tile 4 14 x 4 14 and 14 brand.
Wenczel tile was 4 38 so american olean won t work. In 1940 the wenczel tile company bought the factory. The wenczel tile company continued in its east trenton location until it closed. Henry lemanski obituary hamilton square, nj the trentonian. Mosaic tile floors were the norm for wealthy roman families, who had their floors inlaid with elaborate mosaics creating patterns or depicting scenes of daily life. Start with the history of ceramic and porcelain tile, and find out why it has been in use for thousands of years all over the world. Brief history of tiles the making and decorating of tiles has gone on for thousands of years and in many ways the history of tiles is a reflection of the entire history of cultural endeavour. A nice hand painted example of a stangl pottery tile with a pear. It opens its doors in monterrey mexico because of the. A 1904 book on the marks used by trenton potteries can be found on the trenton.
Back then, the original tile i was trying to match on the walls of our 1964 raised ranch in connecticut, that turned out to be wenczel gold dust an offwhite tile with gold specks, very popular in the 60s actually had the name wenczel molded into the back, in the center of the tile, just like the horizontal ribs were molded in. Hedwigs rosarians, group 12 and enjoyed gardening, sewing, needlepoint, crocheting and knitting. View details, sales history and zestimate data for this property on zillow. Kelly of lower makefield township, pa, died on monday july 31, 2017 at chandler hall hospice in newtown, pa. Vintage tile vendors offer a range of authentic and reconstructed vintage tile made to fit your vision, design, and budget. Demolition has begun to tear down the neighborhood eyesore, the tampa tribune reports.
This browser window will remain open to complete any purchases for supplies here. New jerseys superhighway from the holland tunnel under the hudson river at jersey city terminates at trenton. Catherine strycharz beres lawrenceville catherine strycharz beres, 97, of lawrenceville died peacefully on tuesday at home, surrounded by her family. This striking book gathers together an extensive collection of ceramic tiles from around the world and explores their rich history, purpose, and. As a child, throughout college and even shortly thereafter, kathy worked for the family business in various roles, growing deeply acquainted with the art of designing with tile. Ready for flooring with some real history behind it. Buy a history of decorative tiles new edition by riley, noel isbn. The pottery industry in trenton trenton city museum. Harry and his wife, mollie, decided that it was time to start their own tile distribution business. Edwin atlee barber, historical sketch of the green point n. Detailed information on youngs road, owned by wenczel tile co. They are used in churches and mosques, restaurants and shops, hospitals and homes.