International Tile Company. <em>Tile</em>, 1882–1888. Earthenware, 1/2 x 6 x 6 in. (1.3 x 15.2 x 15.2 cm). Brooklyn Museum, Gift of Diana M. Sawney and Lorraine Gordon, 88.64. Creative Commons-BY (Photo: Brooklyn Museum, 88.64.jpg)

Tile

Artist:International Tile Company

Medium: Earthenware

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Dates:1882–1888

Dimensions: 1/2 x 6 x 6 in. (1.3 x 15.2 x 15.2 cm)

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Museum Location: Luce Visible Storage and Study Center, 5th Floor

Accession Number: 88.64

Image: 88.64.jpg,

Catalogue Description:
Square tile, glazed buff-colored earthenware with transfer-printed decoration in black. Pattern comprises diagonal bands at each corner, set with 1/4 stylized sunburst; central field is irregular octagon in shape and is scattered with various floral sprigs. CONDITION: Glaze crazed and discolored. Chip to upper left corner; two chips along right front edge; various chips on rear edges. Old mortar attached.

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