Islamic ArtCeramics-Tileslate 16th–early 17th centuryOctagonal Shaped Tile with a Woman Bust in "Kubachi" Style is a ceramics-tiles from Iran created in late 16th–early 17th century using stonepaste; painted in blue, turquoise, black, and white under transparent glaze measuring 8.38 in. wide (21.3 cm wide) — now part of the Islamic Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
About This Artwork
| Medium | Stonepaste; painted in blue, turquoise, black, and white under transparent glaze |
| Dimensions | 8.38 in. wide (21.3 cm wide) |
| Classification | Ceramics-Tiles |
| Department | Islamic Art |
| Credit Line | Gift of Johanna Garz, 1961 |
| Date | late 16th–early 17th century |
Historical Context
Geography
Origin: Iran. 
Frequently Asked Questions
What department houses Octagonal Shaped Tile with a Woman Bust in "Kubachi" Style?
Octagonal Shaped Tile with a Woman Bust in "Kubachi" Style is housed in the Islamic Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
When was Octagonal Shaped Tile with a Woman Bust in "Kubachi" Style created?
Octagonal Shaped Tile with a Woman Bust in "Kubachi" Style dates to late 16th–early 17th century.
What material is Octagonal Shaped Tile with a Woman Bust in "Kubachi" Style made from?
Octagonal Shaped Tile with a Woman Bust in "Kubachi" Style is crafted from stonepaste; painted in blue, turquoise, black, and white under transparent glaze.
Where does Octagonal Shaped Tile with a Woman Bust in "Kubachi" Style originate?
Octagonal Shaped Tile with a Woman Bust in "Kubachi" Style originates from Iran.
Is Octagonal Shaped Tile with a Woman Bust in "Kubachi" Style in the public domain?
Octagonal Shaped Tile with a Woman Bust in "Kubachi" Style is in the public domain and can be freely used.