Iran · 13th century
Islamic ArtCeramics-Tiles13th centuryTile is a ceramics-tiles from Iran created in 13th century using stonepaste; painted under transparent glaze — now part of the Islamic Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
About This Artwork
| Medium | Stonepaste; painted under transparent glaze |
| Classification | Ceramics-Tiles |
| Department | Islamic Art |
| Credit Line | Bequest of Agnes Miles Carpenter, 1958 |
| Date | 13th century |
Historical Context
Geography
Origin: Iran. 
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 13th century.
What material is Tile made from?
Tile is crafted from stonepaste; painted under transparent glaze.
Where does Tile originate?
Tile originates from Iran.
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