Islamic ArtCeramics-TilesA.H. 734/A.D. 1334Tile from a Frieze is a ceramics-tiles Kashan from Iran created in A.H. 734/A.D. 1334 using stonepaste; molded, luster-painted, and glazed — now part of the Islamic Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
About This Artwork
| Medium | Stonepaste; molded, luster-painted, and glazed |
| Classification | Ceramics-Tiles |
| Department | Islamic Art |
| Credit Line | H.O. Havemeyer Collection, Gift of Horace Havemeyer, 1940 |
| Date | A.H. 734/A.D. 1334 |
Historical Context
Geography
Origin: Kashan, Iran. 
Frequently Asked Questions
What department houses Tile from a Frieze?
Tile from a Frieze is housed in the Islamic Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
When was Tile from a Frieze created?
Tile from a Frieze dates to A.H. 734/A.D. 1334.
What material is Tile from a Frieze made from?
Tile from a Frieze is crafted from stonepaste; molded, luster-painted, and glazed.
Where does Tile from a Frieze originate?
Tile from a Frieze originates from Iran.
Is Tile from a Frieze in the public domain?
Tile from a Frieze is in the public domain and can be freely used.
Data Source: The Metropolitan Museum of Art Open Access · Last updated: April 2026