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Tile

J. and J. G. Low Art Tile Works

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Black and white square tile with a grid pattern. The grid consists of rows and columns of oval-shaped dark spots. The spots are darker in the center and lighter around the edges. The spots are arranged in a repeating pattern, with each row offset from the one above and below it. The tile has a textured surface, with fine cracks visible. The background surrounding the tile is solid black. Title: Tile. Artist: J. and J. G. Low Art Tile Works.

Artwork Details

Date
1881–85
Medium
Earthenware
Culture
American
Dimensions
405 × 624 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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