group of 19th century all original salvaged chicago richly colored and finely detailed full-figure fireplace tiles

rare and highly sought after original 19th century antique american oversized full-figured light blue-colored majolica glazed fireplace tiles fabricated by the united states encaustic tile company, indianapolis, ind. the 6 x 18 inch figural tiles are idnetifed as "dawn," "mid-day," and "dusk." the three-piece companion figural tiles were made for a complete fireplace surround. another website listing offeres all three in a light blue color. priced for the lot.