Tile Decorated with Entrelacs Pattern Based on Octagons
Flag of UzbekistanIslamic ArtCeramics-Tilessecond half 14th century

Tile Decorated with Entrelacs Pattern Based on Octagons is a ceramics-tiles Bukhara or Samarqand from Uzbekistan created in second half 14th century using stonepaste; carved and glazed in turquoise and aubergine — now part of the Islamic Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

About This Artwork

MediumStonepaste; carved and glazed in turquoise and aubergine
ClassificationCeramics-Tiles
DepartmentIslamic Art
Credit LinePurchase, Walter D. Binger Gift, 1972
Datesecond half 14th century

Historical Context

Geography

Origin: Bukhara or Samarqand, Uzbekistan. Flag of Uzbekistan

Frequently Asked Questions

What department houses Tile Decorated with Entrelacs Pattern Based on Octagons?

Tile Decorated with Entrelacs Pattern Based on Octagons is housed in the Islamic Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

When was Tile Decorated with Entrelacs Pattern Based on Octagons created?

Tile Decorated with Entrelacs Pattern Based on Octagons dates to second half 14th century.

What material is Tile Decorated with Entrelacs Pattern Based on Octagons made from?

Tile Decorated with Entrelacs Pattern Based on Octagons is crafted from stonepaste; carved and glazed in turquoise and aubergine.

Where does Tile Decorated with Entrelacs Pattern Based on Octagons originate?

Tile Decorated with Entrelacs Pattern Based on Octagons originates from Uzbekistan.

Is Tile Decorated with Entrelacs Pattern Based on Octagons in the public domain?

Tile Decorated with Entrelacs Pattern Based on Octagons 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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