Border Tile with Split-Palmette Design
Flag of TurkeyIslamic ArtCeramics-Tilesca. 1578

Border Tile with Split-Palmette Design is a ceramics-tiles Iznik from Turkey created in ca. 1578 using stonepaste; polychrome painted under transparent glaze measuring H. 5 in. (12.7 cm) W. 9 1/2 in. (24.1 cm) D. 5/8 in. (1.6… — now part of the Islamic Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

About This Artwork

MediumStonepaste; polychrome painted under transparent glaze
DimensionsH. 5 in. (12.7 cm) W. 9 1/2 in. (24.1 cm) D. 5/8 in. (1.6 cm)
ClassificationCeramics-Tiles
DepartmentIslamic Art
Credit LineFletcher Fund, 1971
Dateca. 1578

Historical Context

Geography

Origin: Iznik, Turkey. Flag of Turkey

Frequently Asked Questions

What department houses Border Tile with Split-Palmette Design?

Border Tile with Split-Palmette Design is housed in the Islamic Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

When was Border Tile with Split-Palmette Design created?

Border Tile with Split-Palmette Design dates to ca. 1578.

What material is Border Tile with Split-Palmette Design made from?

Border Tile with Split-Palmette Design is crafted from stonepaste; polychrome painted under transparent glaze.

Where does Border Tile with Split-Palmette Design originate?

Border Tile with Split-Palmette Design originates from Turkey.

Is Border Tile with Split-Palmette Design in the public domain?

Border Tile with Split-Palmette Design is in the public domain and can be freely used.

Data Source: The Metropolitan Museum of Art Open Access · Last updated: April 2026

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