Afternoon Tea at The Empress – Commemorative Ceramic Tile (1993)

🫖 Afternoon Tea at The Empress – Commemorative Ceramic Tile (1993) Celebrate timeless tradition with this beautifully illustrated ceramic tile from Victoria, B.C., featuring the iconic Empress Hotel and the origin story of afternoon tea. A lovely piece for collectors, tea lovers, or anyone with a soft spot for vintage Canadiana. • Size: 6” square • Design: Blue printed illustration with crown and hotel motif • Date: 1993 • Origin: Made in Sri Lanka • Features: Wall-mountable with sawtooth hanger + cork pads • Condition: Excellent overall; one small edge imperfection that appears to be a manufacturing flaw rather than damage Whether displayed in a kitchen, tea room, or gallery wall, this tile adds a touch of elegance and storytelling to any space. 📦 Carefully packed for safe shipping 💐 Bundle with other vintage finds for a discount • Built by the Canadian Pacific Railway • Opened on January 20, 1908, it quickly became the social heart of Victoria, hosting royalty, celebrities, and dignitaries from around the world A. • The hotel was named after Queen Victoria, who held the title Empress of India during the final decade of her reign. • Afternoon Tea at The Empress has been a cherished tradition since its opening—serving over half a million cups of tea annually, often on Royal China gifted by King George VI A. • In 1981, it was designated a National Historic Site of Canada