Asian ArtSculpture14th–15th century

Artwork Details

TitleRoof tile
MediumTerracotta
DimensionsH. 6 7/16 in. (16.4 cm); W. 4 7/16 in. (11.3 cm)
ClassificationSculpture
DepartmentAsian Art
Date14th–15th century
Credit LineGift of Dr. Jane Casey Singer and James Singer, in memory of Anthony Gardner, 1992
Object PageView at The Met

Cultural Origin

CultureSri Lanka
PeriodDivided Kingdoms period (1232–1597)
Date Range1300 – 1499

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Data Source: The Metropolitan Museum of Art Open Access · Object 38585