Islamic ArtCeramics-Tileslate 12th–13th century, with 20th-century fillsFragmentary Tile, Probably Arrow-Shaped in Origin, and Modern Filling is a ceramics-tiles Rayy from Iran created in late 12th–13th century, with 20th-century fills using stonepaste; in-glaze and overglaze-painted, opaque white glaze measuring H. 4 in. (10.2 cm) W. 3 3/4 in.( 9.5 cm) — now part of the Islamic Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
About This Artwork
| Medium | Stonepaste; in-glaze and overglaze-painted, opaque white glaze |
| Dimensions | H. 4 in. (10.2 cm) W. 3 3/4 in.( 9.5 cm) |
| Classification | Ceramics-Tiles |
| Department | Islamic Art |
| Credit Line | The Grinnell Collection, Bequest of William Milne Grinnell, 1920 |
| Date | late 12th–13th century, with 20th-century fills |
Historical Context
Geography
Origin: Rayy, Iran. 
Frequently Asked Questions
What department houses Fragmentary Tile, Probably Arrow-Shaped in Origin, and Modern Filling?
Fragmentary Tile, Probably Arrow-Shaped in Origin, and Modern Filling is housed in the Islamic Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
When was Fragmentary Tile, Probably Arrow-Shaped in Origin, and Modern Filling created?
Fragmentary Tile, Probably Arrow-Shaped in Origin, and Modern Filling dates to late 12th–13th century, with 20th-century fills.
What material is Fragmentary Tile, Probably Arrow-Shaped in Origin, and Modern Filling made from?
Fragmentary Tile, Probably Arrow-Shaped in Origin, and Modern Filling is crafted from stonepaste; in-glaze and overglaze-painted, opaque white glaze.
Where does Fragmentary Tile, Probably Arrow-Shaped in Origin, and Modern Filling originate?
Fragmentary Tile, Probably Arrow-Shaped in Origin, and Modern Filling originates from Iran.
Is Fragmentary Tile, Probably Arrow-Shaped in Origin, and Modern Filling in the public domain?
Fragmentary Tile, Probably Arrow-Shaped in Origin, and Modern Filling is in the public domain and can be freely used.