Tile with Saz Leave, Tulips, and Hyacinth Flowers
Flag of TurkeyIslamic ArtCeramics-Tilesthird quarter 16th century

Tile with Saz Leave, Tulips, and Hyacinth Flowers is a ceramics-tiles Iznik from Turkey created in third quarter 16th century using stonepaste; polychrome painted under transparent glaze measuring H. 9 1/2 in. (24.1 cm) W. 9 1/2 in. (24.1 cm) D. 9/16 in… — now part of the Islamic Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

About This Artwork

MediumStonepaste; polychrome painted under transparent glaze
DimensionsH. 9 1/2 in. (24.1 cm) W. 9 1/2 in. (24.1 cm) D. 9/16 in. (1.4 cm)
ClassificationCeramics-Tiles
DepartmentIslamic Art
Credit LineBequest of Charles F. Iklé, 1963
Datethird quarter 16th century

Historical Context

Geography

Origin: Iznik, Turkey. Flag of Turkey

Frequently Asked Questions

What department houses Tile with Saz Leave, Tulips, and Hyacinth Flowers?

Tile with Saz Leave, Tulips, and Hyacinth Flowers is housed in the Islamic Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

When was Tile with Saz Leave, Tulips, and Hyacinth Flowers created?

Tile with Saz Leave, Tulips, and Hyacinth Flowers dates to third quarter 16th century.

What material is Tile with Saz Leave, Tulips, and Hyacinth Flowers made from?

Tile with Saz Leave, Tulips, and Hyacinth Flowers is crafted from stonepaste; polychrome painted under transparent glaze.

Where does Tile with Saz Leave, Tulips, and Hyacinth Flowers originate?

Tile with Saz Leave, Tulips, and Hyacinth Flowers originates from Turkey.

Is Tile with Saz Leave, Tulips, and Hyacinth Flowers in the public domain?

Tile with Saz Leave, Tulips, and Hyacinth Flowers 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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