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Tile

J. and J. G. Low Art Tile Works

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

The Tile by J. and J. G. Low Art Tile Works is a square ceramic tile with a dark brown background and an intricate design. The tile features a pattern of variously shaped sections, predominantly hexagons, with some triangular and rectangular sections, separated by thin orange lines. The sections contain floral patterns with a central dot and radiating lines, with some sections having flower-like designs with rounded petals. The tile's edges are rough and uneven. The background of the image is light gray.

Artwork details

Date:
ca. 1882–84
Medium:
Earthenware
Culture:
American
Dimensions:
600 × 450 px
Museum record:
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