The Torrey pine is the rarest native pine tree in the Americas, growing only near Torrey Pines State Reserve in San Diego County, California, and on Santa Rosa Island. A survivor from the Ice Age, it was named in 1850 for Dr. John Torrey, a leading botanist of the time. Growing on rugged coastal bluffs, with little rainfall and poor soil, it is sculpted by stiff, salt-laden ocean breezes. A Torrey pine can live 150 years and grow to 60 feet in height. Tile Heritage Collection. Gift of Laird Plumleigh.
Leucadia, California
For over 26 years the Studio of Laird Plumleigh and his team of artisans have produced a full range of tile and pottery in the Classical and Arts and Crafts tradition.
His studio performs to the highest standard of the artist craftsman. With the combination of design and glazes his ceramic works are not mere reproductions. The original tile and pottery designs transcend into a style that is fitting for the contemporary aesthetic with inspiration rooted in early California tradition.
In addition to individual art tiles and pottery, the studio produces a very extensive line of moldings, sculptural features, fireplace facades and fountain components surfaced with custom formulated exquisite glazes.
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