The roof tiles from which these sconces are made were produced in the 1860s in the Pyrenees, between Spain and France. Female tile makers created the distinctive tapered shape by folding sheets of clay over their thighs. As thighs vary, naturally so do these tiles. Talk about creative ways to recycle. You know I am always up for recycling with style this is the essence of that! And being hand made by other females… Antique… Recycled... it is a win win win if you ask me. You can find these and other goodies at Wisteria .
Very cool! Looks wonderful!
Posted by: Kate | October 11, 2007 at 08:41 AM
How cool! I think it's very cool to have a piece of history like that - thanks for sharing!
Posted by: Teresa Loop | October 11, 2007 at 11:20 AM