Turkey · A.H. 824/ A.D. 1421
Islamic ArtCeramics-TilesA.H. 824/ A.D. 1421Tile is a ceramics-tiles Bursa from Turkey created in A.H. 824/ A.D. 1421 using tempered earthenware; molded; polychrome glazed within black wax resist… measuring H. 11 1/2 in. (29 cm) W. 6 3/4 in. (17.2 cm) D. 1 1/2 in… — now part of the Islamic Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
About This Artwork
| Medium | Tempered earthenware; molded; polychrome glazed within black wax resist outlines (cuerda seca technique); gilded |
| Dimensions | H. 11 1/2 in. (29 cm) W. 6 3/4 in. (17.2 cm) D. 1 1/2 in. (3.8 cm) |
| Classification | Ceramics-Tiles |
| Department | Islamic Art |
| Credit Line | Purchase, Friends of Islamic Art Gifts, 1998 |
| Date | A.H. 824/ A.D. 1421 |
Historical Context
Geography
Origin: Bursa, Turkey. 
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 A.H. 824/ A.D. 1421.
What material is Tile made from?
Tile is crafted from tempered earthenware; molded; polychrome glazed within black wax resist outlines (cuerda seca technique); gilded.
Where does Tile originate?
Tile originates from Turkey.
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