National (English, National Tile Company)

"National: The New 600 800 1200 2000 Lines" serves as an essential historical reference for early 20th-century interior design and architectural materials. Produced during the height of the Art Deco era, this comprehensive trade catalog showcases an array of ceramic tile products that defined the aesthetic standards of the late 1920s. The work details the specific dimensions, patterns, and applications of various product lines, offering a rare glimpse into the industrial craftsmanship and design trends of the period.Architects, restoration experts, and design historians will find this manual invaluable for understanding the technical specifications and decorative possibilities of vintage tile work. From residential bathrooms and kitchens to commercial flooring, the document illustrates the versatility and durability of ceramic solutions at a time when modern home construction was evolving rapidly. This work stands as a significant primary source for anyone studying the history of building materials, the development of American manufacturing, or the stylistic nuances of early 20th-century domestic and industrial architecture.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you may see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work.This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.