Tile with Niche Design and Inscription
Flag of IranIslamic ArtCeramics-Tilesearly 14th century

Tile with Niche Design and Inscription is a ceramics-tiles Kashan from Iran created in early 14th century using stonepaste; inglaze painted in blue, luster-painted on opaque white glaze… measuring H. 19 3/4 in. (50.4 cm) W. 18 3/4 in. (47.6 cm) D. 3 in… — now part of the Islamic Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

About This Artwork

MediumStonepaste; inglaze painted in blue, luster-painted on opaque white glaze, modeled decoration
DimensionsH. 19 3/4 in. (50.4 cm) W. 18 3/4 in. (47.6 cm) D. 3 in. (7.6 cm) without mount: H. 19 in. (48.3 cm) W. 18 in. (45.7 cm) Wt. 61 lbs (27.7 kg)
ClassificationCeramics-Tiles
DepartmentIslamic Art
Credit LineH.O. Havemeyer Collection, Gift of Horace Havemeyer, 1940
Dateearly 14th century

Historical Context

Geography

Origin: Kashan, Iran. Flag of Iran

Frequently Asked Questions

What department houses Tile with Niche Design and Inscription?

Tile with Niche Design and Inscription is housed in the Islamic Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

When was Tile with Niche Design and Inscription created?

Tile with Niche Design and Inscription dates to early 14th century.

What material is Tile with Niche Design and Inscription made from?

Tile with Niche Design and Inscription is crafted from stonepaste; inglaze painted in blue, luster-painted on opaque white glaze, modeled decoration.

Where does Tile with Niche Design and Inscription originate?

Tile with Niche Design and Inscription originates from Iran.

Is Tile with Niche Design and Inscription in the public domain?

Tile with Niche Design and Inscription 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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