Tilework Collection (page 2)

Sher-Dor Madrasah minaret at the Registan square. A Unesco World Heritage Site, Samarkand. Uzbekistan

Sheikh Safi-ad-din Ardabili tomb, Ardabil, Ardabil Province, Iran

Iran, Central Iran, Kermanshah, ornamental gate and highway rest stop, tilework detail

Iran, Central Iran, Yazd, traditional tiled dome

Iran, Tehran, Bagh-e-Melli Tor, gate of the National Garden, Cossack Gate

Tiles of the Biserica Sfantul Spiridon Vechi (St. Spiridon Old Orthodox Church), Bucharest. Romania

The 14th Gothic cloister with azulejos tilework, Porto Cathedral or Se do Porto, Porto, Portugal

Entrance to the Gallery of Kings. Palacio dos Marqueses de Fronteira (Palace of the Marquises of Fronteira), a pearl of traditional Portuguese noble architecture

Azulejos (ceramic tiles), 17th century, of the Palacio dos Marqueses de Fronteira (Palace of the Marquises of Fronteira), a pearl of traditional Portuguese noble architecture

The Terrace with tiles (azulejos). Palacio dos Marqueses de Fronteira (Palace of the Marquises of Fronteira), a pearl of traditional Portuguese noble architecture

View towards Santo Antonio dos Congregados Church and City Hall Tower, Porto, Portugal

Colourful houses at Cais da Ribeira, Porto, Portugal

Colourful houses at Cais da Estiva, Porto, Portugal

Magnificent interior in the traditional patterns in the medieval Muslim college, the Attarine Medersa, founded in 1325, Fes, Morocco

Courtyard of the medieval Muslim college, the Attarine Medersa, founded in 1325, Fes, Morocco

A tilework depicting a famous bullfighter (torero) that was hurt by a wild bull during a bullfight in the 19th century. Plaza Mayor, Chinchon. Castilla la Mancha, Spain

Azulejos on the street of Faro, Algarve, Portugal

Details of decorated ceramic pillars of balustrade in typical Art Deco style, Plaza de Espana, Seville, Andalusia, Spain

Decorative panel showing the Virgin Mary crushing the Serpent, Lamego, Portugal. 1738 (ceramic tiles)
1126633 Decorative panel showing the Virgin Mary crushing the Serpent, Lamego, Portugal. 1738 (ceramic tiles) by Portuguese School, (18th century); Santuario de Nossa Senhora dos Remedios, Lamego

Decorative panel depicting an angel, Lamego, Portugal. 1738 (ceramic tiles)
1126643 Decorative panel depicting an angel, Lamego, Portugal. 1738 (ceramic tiles) by Portuguese School, (18th century); SantuAario de Nossa Senhora dos Remedios, Lamego

Detail of The Archangel Gabriel pointing at the Dove, decorative panel depicting
1126639 Detail of The Archangel Gabriel pointing at the Dove, decorative panel depicting the Annunciation, Lamego, Portugal

Decorative panel depicting Mary and Joseph arriving at the Inn, Lamego, Portugal
1126638 Decorative panel depicting Mary and Joseph arriving at the Inn, Lamego, Portugal. 1738 (ceramic tiles) by Portuguese School, (18th century); SantuAario de Nossa Senhora dos Remedios, Lamego

Decorative panel depicting the Madonna and Child, Lamego, Portugal. 1738 (ceramic tiles)
1126636 Decorative panel depicting the Madonna and Child, Lamego, Portugal. 1738 (ceramic tiles) by Portuguese School, (18th century); SantuAario de Nossa Senhora dos Remedios, Lamego

Design for the Decoration of the Summer Smoking Room at Cardiff Castle
CJP107787 Design for the Decoration of the Summer Smoking Room at Cardiff Castle, 1870 (w/c on paper) by Burges, William (1827-81); Private Collection; eCharles Plante Fine Arts; English

Detail from the lower section of tiles of an interior wall
BOO181355 Detail from the lower section of tiles of an interior wall, church completed in 1613 (ceramic) by Armenian School, (17th century); Sacred Bethlehem Church, New Jolfa, Isfahan

Decorative panel depicting cherubim, Lamego, Portugal. 1738 (ceramic tiles)
1126628 Decorative panel depicting cherubim, Lamego, Portugal. 1738 (ceramic tiles) by Portuguese School, (18th century); SantuAario de Nossa Senhora dos Remedios, Lamego

Traditional panel, Lisbon, Portugal (ceramic tiles)
1126726 Traditional panel, Lisbon, Portugal (ceramic tiles) by Portuguese School; Lisbon, Portugal; (add.info.: Azulejo is a form of Portuguese or Spanish painted, tin-glazed, ceramic tilework)

Azulejos tiles depicting a port with ships (ceramic)
KW276264 Azulejos tiles depicting a port with ships (ceramic) by Spanish School; Museo Nacional de Ceramica, Valencia, Spain; Spanish, out of copyright

Detail of Mary meeting the Innkeepers wife, Decorative panel depicting Mary
1126637 Detail of Mary meeting the Innkeepers wife, Decorative panel depicting Mary and Joseph arriving at the Inn, Lamego, Portugal

Panel depicting hunting scenes, Tarouca, Portugal (ceramic tiles)
1126738 Panel depicting hunting scenes, Tarouca, Portugal (ceramic tiles) by Portuguese School; Mosteiro de Santa Maria de Salzedas, Tarouca

Decorative panel depicting the Annunciation, Lamego, Portugal. 1738 (ceramic tiles)
1126640 Decorative panel depicting the Annunciation, Lamego, Portugal. 1738 (ceramic tiles) by Portuguese School, (18th century); SantuAario de Nossa Senhora dos Remedios, Lamego

Decorative panel depicting the Annunciation, Lamego, Portugal. 1738 (ceramic tiles)
1126641 Decorative panel depicting the Annunciation, Lamego, Portugal. 1738 (ceramic tiles) by Portuguese School, (18th century); SantuAario de Nossa Senhora dos Remedios, Lamego

Detail of a wall (ceramic)
GDG326014 Detail of a wall (ceramic) by Islamic School; Saadian tombs, Marrakesh, Morocco; (add.info.: necropolis; royal; necropole; used from c.14th; extended by Ahmed Le Dore for his mother in)

Panel depicting hunting scenes, Tarouca, Portugal (ceramic tiles)
1126739 Panel depicting hunting scenes, Tarouca, Portugal (ceramic tiles) by Portuguese School; Mosteiro de Santa Maria de Salzedas, Tarouca

Panel depicting various species of flowers, Tarouca, Portugal (ceramic tiles)
1126746 Panel depicting various species of flowers, Tarouca, Portugal (ceramic tiles) by Portuguese School; Mosteiro de Santa Maria de Salzedas, Tarouca

Detail of the Virgin Marys from a decorative panel showing her crushing the Serpent
1126647 Detail of the Virgin Marys from a decorative panel showing her crushing the Serpent, Lamego, Portugal. 1738 (ceramic tiles) by Portuguese School

Entrance to Summer Residential Palace, Sitorai Mohi Hossa Folk Art Museum, Bukhara
Uzbekistan, Bukhara, Entrance to Summer Residential Palace, Sitorai Mohi Hossa Folk Art Museum

Russia, Saint Petersburg, Mosaic on the floor of the Pavilion Hall, Hermitage Museum

Marys Coronation, Gozo, Malta, Europe

Islam Khoja Minaret, Inside Ichan Kala Old City; Khiva, Khwarezm, Uzbekistan

Iran, Tehran, Niyavaran Palace Complex, palace of the last Shah, tilework

Ancient Russian Ornamental Tiles, 1895-1898. Artist: Suslov, Vladimir Vasilyevich (1857-1921)
Ancient Russian Ornamental Tiles, 1895-1898. Found in the collection of Russian State Historical Library, Moscow

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"Exploring the World Through Tilework: A Journey of Art and Culture" Embark on a captivating journey as we delve into the mesmerizing world of tilework, spanning across continents and centuries. From the vibrant streets of Ybor City in Tampa, Florida to the enchanting landscapes of Iran, Portugal, Spain, Morocco, and Azerbaijan – each destination holds its own unique tale told through intricate tiles. In Historic Columbia Restaurant in Ybor City, witness a fusion of Spanish and Cuban influences as colorful tiles adorn every corner. Transport yourself to Tehran's Museum of Islamic Period where exterior tilework details narrate stories from ancient times with their exquisite craftsmanship. Venturing further westward brings us to Carmo Church in Porto, Portugal. Here, azulejos gracefully decorate the walls with delicate patterns that have stood the test of time. Meanwhile in Isfahan's Shah Mosque or Soltaniyeh's Dome, marvel at grandeur brought to life by meticulously placed tiles that showcase Iran's architectural brilliance. Pay homage to great minds at Omar Khayyam mausoleum in Nishapur while admiring Khorasan Razavi Province's rich heritage reflected through stunning tile designs. The Gallery of Kings within Palacio dos Marqueses de Fronteira takes us back to 18th-century Sheki Winter Palace in Azerbaijan where opulent details leave visitors awe-inspired. Barcelona’s Park Guell enchants with its UNESCO-listed wonders; mosaic-covered benches and whimsical structures bring Gaudi’s imagination alive through vivid tile compositions. In Dar Jamai Museum and Mausoleum of Moulay Ismail within Meknes' Moroccan realm lies an array of breathtaking interiors adorned with intricately patterned tiles reflecting North Africa’s cultural tapestry. Finally, Tarouca welcomes us with a panel depicting various species of flowers crafted from ceramic tiles - a testament to Portugal’s artistic finesse throughout history.