Shaped Tiles in the 'Cuerda Seca' Technique
Flag of TurkeyIslamic ArtCeramics-Tileslate 14th century

Shaped Tiles in the 'Cuerda Seca' Technique is a ceramics-tiles Konya from Turkey created in late 14th century using stonepaste; polychrome glaze within black wax resist outlines (cuerda seca… measuring Tile a: H. 18 13/16 in. (47.8 cm) W. 11 1/16 in… — now part of the Islamic Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

About This Artwork

MediumStonepaste; polychrome glaze within black wax resist outlines (cuerda seca technique)
DimensionsTile a: H. 18 13/16 in. (47.8 cm) W. 11 1/16 in. (28.1 cm) Wt. 23 lbs. (10.4 kg) Tile b: H. 18 1/2 in. (47 cm) W. 10 7/8 in. (27.6 cm) Wt. 19 lbs. (8.6 kg)
ClassificationCeramics-Tiles
DepartmentIslamic Art
Credit LineRogers Fund, 1908
Datelate 14th century

Historical Context

Geography

Origin: Konya, Turkey. Flag of Turkey

Frequently Asked Questions

What department houses Shaped Tiles in the 'Cuerda Seca' Technique?

Shaped Tiles in the 'Cuerda Seca' Technique is housed in the Islamic Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

When was Shaped Tiles in the 'Cuerda Seca' Technique created?

Shaped Tiles in the 'Cuerda Seca' Technique dates to late 14th century.

What material is Shaped Tiles in the 'Cuerda Seca' Technique made from?

Shaped Tiles in the 'Cuerda Seca' Technique is crafted from stonepaste; polychrome glaze within black wax resist outlines (cuerda seca technique).

Where does Shaped Tiles in the 'Cuerda Seca' Technique originate?

Shaped Tiles in the 'Cuerda Seca' Technique originates from Turkey.

Is Shaped Tiles in the 'Cuerda Seca' Technique in the public domain?

Shaped Tiles in the 'Cuerda Seca' Technique 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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