Islamic ArtCeramics-Tilesdated A.H. 860/A.D. 1455–56By Nusrat al-Din Muhammad
Tile with Niche Design is a ceramics-tiles from Iran created in dated A.H. 860/A.D. 1455–56 using stonepaste; inglaze painted in blue, luster-painted on opaque white glaze measuring H. 15 1/2 in. (39.4 cm) W. 11 1/4 in. (28.6 cm) D. 1 3/8… attributed to Nusrat al-Din Muhammad — now part of the Islamic Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
About This Artwork
| Medium | Stonepaste; inglaze painted in blue, luster-painted on opaque white glaze |
| Dimensions | H. 15 1/2 in. (39.4 cm) W. 11 1/4 in. (28.6 cm) D. 1 3/8 in. (3.5 cm) |
| Classification | Ceramics-Tiles |
| Department | Islamic Art |
| Credit Line | Theodore M. Davis Collection, Bequest of Theodore M. Davis, 1915 |
| Date | dated A.H. 860/A.D. 1455–56 |
Historical Context
Geography
Origin: Iran. 
Frequently Asked Questions
What department houses Tile with Niche Design?
Tile with Niche Design is housed in the Islamic Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
When was Tile with Niche Design created?
Tile with Niche Design dates to dated A.H. 860/A.D. 1455–56.
What material is Tile with Niche Design made from?
Tile with Niche Design is crafted from stonepaste; inglaze painted in blue, luster-painted on opaque white glaze.
Where does Tile with Niche Design originate?
Tile with Niche Design originates from Iran.
Is Tile with Niche Design in the public domain?
Tile with Niche Design is in the public domain and can be freely used.