Star-Shaped Tile

Unknown

13th century · Stonepaste; overglaze luster-painted · Islamic Art

The arrival of the Mongols in Iran provided new ideas to further develop and change techniques and styles elaborated under the Seljuqs. Noticeable are the introduction and re-elaboration of new motives, such as soft, feathery leaves, lotus and peony flowers inspired by the Chinese repertoire.

Artist

Unknown

Date

13th century

Medium

Stonepaste; overglaze luster-painted

Department

Islamic Art

Credit line

Rogers Fund, 1922