Islamic ArtCeramics-Tilesca. 1535Hexagonal Tile with Floral Design is a ceramics-tiles Iznik from Turkey created in ca. 1535 using stonepaste; polychrome painted under transparent glaze measuring H. 9 11/16 in. (24.6 cm) W. 11 1/8 in. (28.3 cm) D. 13/16… — now part of the Islamic Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
About This Artwork
| Medium | Stonepaste; polychrome painted under transparent glaze |
| Dimensions | H. 9 11/16 in. (24.6 cm) W. 11 1/8 in. (28.3 cm) D. 13/16 in. (2.1 cm) Wt. (>42 oz) |
| Classification | Ceramics-Tiles |
| Department | Islamic Art |
| Credit Line | H.O. Havemeyer Collection, Gift of Horace Havemeyer, 1940 |
| Date | ca. 1535 |
Historical Context
Geography
Origin: Iznik, Turkey. 
Frequently Asked Questions
What department houses Hexagonal Tile with Floral Design?
Hexagonal Tile with Floral Design is housed in the Islamic Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
When was Hexagonal Tile with Floral Design created?
Hexagonal Tile with Floral Design dates to ca. 1535.
What material is Hexagonal Tile with Floral Design made from?
Hexagonal Tile with Floral Design is crafted from stonepaste; polychrome painted under transparent glaze.
Where does Hexagonal Tile with Floral Design originate?
Hexagonal Tile with Floral Design originates from Turkey.
Is Hexagonal Tile with Floral Design in the public domain?
Hexagonal Tile with Floral Design is in the public domain and can be freely used.
Data Source: The Metropolitan Museum of Art Open Access · Last updated: April 2026