Tile has a design on a standing heron in blue on a white ground with a blue outline border. This design is part of a series of bird-themed tiles attributed to Philip Webb, a key figure in the Arts and Crafts movement and a close associate of William Morris. The design dates from the early 1860s and reflects the hand-painted tradition employed by Morris, Marshall, Faulkner & Co. These tiles were likely produced for fireplaces and architectural decoration, with similar designs appearing in stained-glass panels. Records suggest they were used in notable Morris-designed interiors, such as Red House and Standen.
