Carved Star Tile

Unknown

early 13th century · Stonepaste; carved and partially glazed · Islamic Art

Tiles display different ornamental solutions, both through shape and surface decoration. An interesting variant is presented here in the chiaroscuro effect that is created by the visual contrast between the carved and unglazed scrolls and the pale turquoise glaze that partially covers the surface.

Artist

Unknown

Date

early 13th century

Medium

Stonepaste; carved and partially glazed

Department

Islamic Art

Credit line

Gift of Charles B. Hoyt, 1932