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Tile

John Sadler

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

The tile by John Sadler depicts two people on a square tile. The man on the left is kneeling, wearing a long-sleeved shirt, pants, and a hat. His right arm is extended outward, while his left arm is bent across his body. The woman on the right is sitting and wearing a long dress and a hat. She is holding a small dog on her lap with both hands. The background features trees, bushes, and a building on the left. The scene is framed by an ornate border with curved lines and scrollwork. The tile appears to be old and worn, with some chipped edges.

Artwork Details

Date
1757–61
Medium
Earthenware, transfer-printed
Culture
British
Dimensions
524 × 624 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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