Three Tiles with 'Lajvardina' Glaze
Flag of IranIslamic ArtCeramics-Tilessecond half 13th–14th century

Three Tiles with 'Lajvardina' Glaze is a ceramics-tiles from Iran created in second half 13th–14th century using stonepaste; molded, overglaze painted, and gilded (lajvardina) measuring H. 7 7/8 in. (20 cm) W. 7 7/8 in. (20 cm) D. 3/4 in. (1.9… — now part of the Islamic Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

About This Artwork

MediumStonepaste; molded, overglaze painted, and gilded (lajvardina)
DimensionsH. 7 7/8 in. (20 cm) W. 7 7/8 in. (20 cm) D. 3/4 in. (1.9 cm)
ClassificationCeramics-Tiles
DepartmentIslamic Art
Credit LineThe Grinnell Collection, Bequest of William Milne Grinnell, 1920
Datesecond half 13th–14th century

Historical Context

Geography

Origin: Iran. Flag of Iran

Frequently Asked Questions

What department houses Three Tiles with 'Lajvardina' Glaze?

Three Tiles with 'Lajvardina' Glaze is housed in the Islamic Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

When was Three Tiles with 'Lajvardina' Glaze created?

Three Tiles with 'Lajvardina' Glaze dates to second half 13th–14th century.

What material is Three Tiles with 'Lajvardina' Glaze made from?

Three Tiles with 'Lajvardina' Glaze is crafted from stonepaste; molded, overglaze painted, and gilded (lajvardina).

Where does Three Tiles with 'Lajvardina' Glaze originate?

Three Tiles with 'Lajvardina' Glaze originates from Iran.

Is Three Tiles with 'Lajvardina' Glaze in the public domain?

Three Tiles with 'Lajvardina' Glaze 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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