Panel Composed with Tiles in Shape of Eight-pointed Stars and Crosses
Flag of IranIslamic ArtCeramics-Tiles1260–70

Panel Composed with Tiles in Shape of Eight-pointed Stars and Crosses is a ceramics-tiles probably Kashan from Iran created in 1260–70 using stonepaste; luster-painted on opaque white glaze under transparent glaze measuring 8 in. (20.3 cm) Wt. (whole group) 51 lbs. (23.1 kg) — now part of the Islamic Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

About This Artwork

MediumStonepaste; luster-painted on opaque white glaze under transparent glaze
Dimensions8 in. (20.3 cm) Wt. (whole group) 51 lbs. (23.1 kg)
ClassificationCeramics-Tiles
DepartmentIslamic Art
Credit LineH.O. Havemeyer Collection, Gift of Horace Havemeyer, 1941
Date1260–70

Historical Context

Geography

Origin: probably Kashan, Iran. Flag of Iran

Frequently Asked Questions

What department houses Panel Composed with Tiles in Shape of Eight-pointed Stars and Crosses?

Panel Composed with Tiles in Shape of Eight-pointed Stars and Crosses is housed in the Islamic Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

When was Panel Composed with Tiles in Shape of Eight-pointed Stars and Crosses created?

Panel Composed with Tiles in Shape of Eight-pointed Stars and Crosses dates to 1260–70.

What material is Panel Composed with Tiles in Shape of Eight-pointed Stars and Crosses made from?

Panel Composed with Tiles in Shape of Eight-pointed Stars and Crosses is crafted from stonepaste; luster-painted on opaque white glaze under transparent glaze.

Where does Panel Composed with Tiles in Shape of Eight-pointed Stars and Crosses originate?

Panel Composed with Tiles in Shape of Eight-pointed Stars and Crosses originates from Iran.

Is Panel Composed with Tiles in Shape of Eight-pointed Stars and Crosses in the public domain?

Panel Composed with Tiles in Shape of Eight-pointed Stars and Crosses 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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