present-day Uzbekistan · late 16th century
Islamic ArtCeramics-Tileslate 16th centuryTile is a ceramics-tiles Samarqand from present-day Uzbekistan created in late 16th century using stonepaste; mosaic — now part of the Islamic Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
About This Artwork
| Medium | Stonepaste; mosaic |
| Classification | Ceramics-Tiles |
| Department | Islamic Art |
| Credit Line | Gift of Philip M. Lydig, 1917 |
| Date | late 16th century |
Historical Context
Geography
Origin: Samarqand, present-day Uzbekistan. 
Frequently Asked Questions
What department houses Tile?
Tile is housed in the Islamic Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
When was Tile created?
Tile dates to late 16th century.
What material is Tile made from?
Tile is crafted from stonepaste; mosaic.
Where does Tile originate?
Tile originates from present-day Uzbekistan.
Is Tile in the public domain?
Tile is in the public domain and can be freely used.
Data Source: The Metropolitan Museum of Art Open Access · Last updated: April 2026