The Tile Book Christmas Greetings Card where desire and cruelty forge

where desire and cruelty forge an implacable truth

210 x 148 mm (A5)

Paul Rafferty

mocking the idealisations of Renaissance art

we succeed in distilling their common essence and in reuniting them to each-other within a metaphor

The Tile Book Christmas Greetings Card where desire and cruelty forgeEverywhere in the world, tiles add colour and decoration to the faades and interiors of buildings. Both functional and decorative, and found in a multitude of shapes, sizes and designs ranging from complex geometrical Islamic patterns to figurative 17th century Delftware they are among the most varied ceramic products. This striking book gathers together a diverse collection of ceramic tiles, and explores their rich history, purpose and decorative