Syria · second half 16th century
Islamic Art(not assigned)second half 16th centuryTile is a (not assigned) from Syria created in second half 16th century using stonepaste; painted under transparent glaze measuring H. 11 1/4 in. (28.58 cm) W. 11 1/8 in. (28.24 cm) — now part of the Islamic Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
About This Artwork
| Medium | Stonepaste; painted under transparent glaze |
| Dimensions | H. 11 1/4 in. (28.58 cm) W. 11 1/8 in. (28.24 cm) |
| Classification | (not assigned) |
| Department | Islamic Art |
| Credit Line | Gift of Robert Hatem and Frank D. Henderson, 1993 |
| Date | second half 16th century |
Historical Context
Geography
Origin: Syria. 
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 second half 16th century.
What material is Tile made from?
Tile is crafted from stonepaste; painted under transparent glaze.
Where does Tile originate?
Tile originates from Syria.
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