El Barco's Xian porcelain tiles blend Mediterranean design with ancient Chinese terracotta inspiration

Spanish tile brand El Barco draws a connection between the Mediterranean and ancient China with its Xian porcelain tiles, celebrating the enduring appeal of terracotta.

The Xian collection was created with reference to the Terracotta Warriors of Xi'an, the 2,000-year-old life-sized sculptures that protect the tomb of the first emperor of China.

Its cotto tiles come in three biscuity shades from pale to mid-brown, while three decor tile options – Han, Ming a