Iran or Central Asia
Twelve-Point Star Tile
INV-8646
Iran or Central AsiaTimurid dynasty (1370-1507), Late 15th century
Twelve-Point Star Tile
Iran or Central Asia →Islamic (culture or style)ceramicsasian art
Date
Timurid dynasty (1370-1507), Late 15th century
Medium
Glazed fritware tiles cut and reassembled as a mosaic
Dimensions
H.: 59.7 cm (23 1/2 in.)
Museum
Art Institute of Chicago
Location
Chicago, IL
Credit
Gift of Frank G. Logan
This twelve-pointed star is composed of glazed cut tiles that were assembled as a mosaic. Although mosaics were not uncommon at this time, other extant star tiles of this period were typically fired in one piece. The vivid color scheme of turquoise and cobalt highlight the mosaic’s intricate pattern of flowers and scrolls. A mosaic like this one might have formed a central decorative element on the pulpit of a mosque or it may have adorned the walls of a grand hall or madrasa, a religious school.
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