Islamic ArtCeramics-Tilessecond half 13th centuryEight-pointed Star Tile with Foliage and Inscription is a ceramics-tiles probably Kashan from Iran created in second half 13th century using stonepaste; luster-painted on opaque white glaze under transparent glaze measuring 8 in. (20.3 cm) — now part of the Islamic Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
About This Artwork
| Medium | Stonepaste; luster-painted on opaque white glaze under transparent glaze |
| Dimensions | 8 in. (20.3 cm) |
| Classification | Ceramics-Tiles |
| Department | Islamic Art |
| Credit Line | H.O. Havemeyer Collection, Gift of Horace Havemeyer, 1941 |
| Date | second half 13th century |
Historical Context
Geography
Origin: probably Kashan, Iran. 
Frequently Asked Questions
What department houses Eight-pointed Star Tile with Foliage and Inscription?
Eight-pointed Star Tile with Foliage and Inscription is housed in the Islamic Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
When was Eight-pointed Star Tile with Foliage and Inscription created?
Eight-pointed Star Tile with Foliage and Inscription dates to second half 13th century.
What material is Eight-pointed Star Tile with Foliage and Inscription made from?
Eight-pointed Star Tile with Foliage and Inscription is crafted from stonepaste; luster-painted on opaque white glaze under transparent glaze.
Where does Eight-pointed Star Tile with Foliage and Inscription originate?
Eight-pointed Star Tile with Foliage and Inscription originates from Iran.
Is Eight-pointed Star Tile with Foliage and Inscription in the public domain?
Eight-pointed Star Tile with Foliage and Inscription is in the public domain and can be freely used.