Chinese Green Glazed Roof Tile. Material Cardboard Adorned with beautiful brass stud

Adorned with beautiful brass stud details and a central peacock motif

glazed front

Inspired by the architectural detailing found throughout Rajasthan’s historic forts and havelis

It would have been crafted in Sakata in Yamagata prefecture by a team of three artisans

Chinese Green Glazed Roof Tile. Material Cardboard Adorned with beautiful brass studThese mischievous looking old Chinese green roof tiles have been coated in a deep green glaze. The perfect curiosity to liven up a dull corner. These tiles are salvaged from old buildings being torn down in the name of progress. There were strict rules during the Ming & Qing dynasties about who could use what colour of roof tiles. Green tiles were reserved for wealthy mansions of princes, religious buildings, and city gates. The most iconic example is