Wm DeMorgan Hand Painted Dragon c1900 repro Ceramic Tile

De Morgan (1839-1917) was an important Arts & Crafts movement artist and was the head of tile production at William Morris's studio. His work was influenced by Persian and Islamic art and featured stylized flora and fauna from both life and fantasy. This is one of several dragon designs DeMorgan painted and shows the creature eating his tail. The motif of a dragon or serpent eating its tail dates back to ancient times and symbolizes the cycle of nature and renewal of life. Makes a very nice kitchen, bath, or laundry room wall tile, backsplash, or fireplace surround. Also makes a great accent tile and nice enough to frame and hang on a wall, use as a wall tile, trivet, coaster, or place it on a small easel as an objet d'art. Available in 4.5 and 6 inch tiles as well as many other Zazzle items.