Tile Collection (page 3)

Seokguram Grotto from the outside
The Seokguram Grotto is a hermitage and part of the Bulguksa temple complex. It lies four kilometers east of the temple on Mt. Tohamsan, in Gyeongju, South Korea

Assyrian brick and tile design, 1933-1934. Original from Layards Monument of Nineveh. From Wonders of the Past, Volume II, 1933-1934

Mosaic floor, Byzantine Church, hill top palace complex, Masada fortress, UNESCO World Heritage Site, Israel, Middle East

Chiesa Santa Chiara, Naples, Italy
Great Cloister with majolica columns and benches, Santa Chiara. Columns decorated with majolica tiles, Cloister of Poor Clares, 1742, by Domenico Antonio Vaccaro (1678-1745)

Vichy, France - Bathroom
Vichy, France - Taking the healing waters - here the patient is wrapped up and then submerged within a superb enamel bath. Note the spectacular art nouveau tiling! Date: early 1910s

Europe, Italy, Tuscanny, Florence. Ponte Vecchio Bridge at sunset, viewed from Piazza
Italy, Tuscanny, Florence. Ponte Vecchio Bridge at sunset, viewed from Piazza Michelangelo

View over Florence from the Duomo, UNESCO World Heritage Site, Florence (Firenze), Tuscany, Italy, Europe

Roof tops of Florence, Italy, Tuscany, Europe

BABYLON: LION. Glazed brick lion from the processional route at Babylon, 6th century B. C
BABYLON: LION. Glazed brick lion from the processional route at Babylon, 6th century B.C

Fountain decorated with mosaics at the entrance to Parc Guell, Barcelona, Catalonia, Spain, Europe

Mary Ardens House - Stratford-upon-Avon. Painting by Malcolm Greensmith

Ornate bronze doorway, Royal Palace, Fez el-Jedid, Fez, Morocco, North Africa, Africa

Old tile ad for Studbaker car, Tetuan Street near Sierpes Street, Seville, Andalusia, Spain, Europe

Close-up of mosaic, Topkapi Palace, Istanbul, Turkey, Europe

Close-up of turquoise ceramics, Shah-i-Zinda mausoleum, Samarkand, Uzbekistan, Central Asia, Asia

Tiled staircase, Algarve, Portugal

Detail, Tomb of Mir Muhammad Khan Talpur, ruler of Sind, Pakistan, Asia

Tile detail, Attarine Medressa, Fez, Morocco, North Africa

Tile and stucco decoration, Ali Ben Youssef Medersa, Marrakech (Marrakesh), Morocco, Africa

Dome of the Rock, Jerusalem, Israel, Middle East

Glass and tile work embedded in walls of the Juna Mahal Fort, Dungarpur, Rajasthan state, India, Asia

Timurid decoration, main Iwan of the interior courtyard, Sufi shrine of Gazargah, Herat, Herat Province, Afghanistan, Asia

A detail of the historical "Bar Gonzalo" in the Seville historical cask, Andalucia, Spain, Europe.

Arcades and vaulted arches in the alleys of the old town, Venice, Veneto, Italy

Decorated vaulted arches in the arcade of the historic Doge's Palace, Venice, Veneto, Italy

Handmade souvenirs for tourists in the souk of medina old town, Marrakech, Morocco

Details of arabic decorations and mosaic inside Bahia Palace, Marrakech, Morocco

Old fountain fully decorated with ancient mosaic tiles in the historical Bahia Palace, Marrakech, Morocco

Detail of wooden roofing tile on house, Achao, Quinchao Island, Chiloe Province, Los Lagos Region, Chile

Detail of wooden roofing tile on house, Achao, Quinchao Island, Chiloe Province, Los Lagos Region, Chile

Detail of wooden roofing tile on house, Achao, Quinchao Island, Chiloe Province, Los Lagos Region, Chile

Porters Lodge or Casa del Guarda pavilion, Park Guell, Barcelona, Catalonia, Spain

Islamic Arts Museum Malaysia, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, South East Asia, Asia

Fountain at Bab El Assa, Tangier, Morocco, North Africa

Gold and tile work of the royal palace door in Fes. Morocco

Islamic decorative tiles (zeligs). Tetouan, Morocco

Catalan azulejos of 17th-18th century representing the former artisans (weaver, fisherman, hunter, drum on horseback)
AIS5351145 Catalan azulejos of 17th-18th century representing the former artisans (weaver, fisherman, hunter, drum on horseback, cooper, cook, carpenter) (ceramic); © Iberfoto.

Advertisement for De Morgan & Company, Fulham (b/w photo)
8626986 Advertisement for De Morgan & Company, Fulham (b/w photo) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Advertisement for De Morgan & Company, tile painters and potters)

Pagoda of Linqing, Daqiao village, Shandong Province, China. Eight-story tower in white brick and varnished tile
FLO4722593 Pagoda of Linqing, Daqiao village, Shandong Province, China. Eight-story tower in white brick and varnished tile, about 240 feet high

The Pastrana Tapestries, manufacturing of Tournai, probably from the workshop of Passchier Grenier
CUL4900320 The Pastrana Tapestries, manufacturing of Tournai, probably from the workshop of Passchier Grenier, c.1471 - 1475 (tapestry) by Grenier

Traditional panel, Lisbon, Portugal (ceramic tiles)
1126727 Traditional panel, Lisbon, Portugal (ceramic tiles); Lisbon, Portugal; (add.info.: Azulejo is a form of Portuguese or Spanish painted, tin-glazed, ceramic tilework)

Roman Altars at Chester; Stamp of Tile in Chester, with impression of Roman Soldier's Foot (engraving)
8663172 Roman Altars at Chester; Stamp of Tile in Chester, with impression of Roman Soldier's Foot (engraving) by Rimmer

The Deposition of Christ from the Cross. Panel of the portal, designed by Barisano di Trani
3559060 The Deposition of Christ from the Cross. Panel of the portal, designed by Barisano di Trani, of the Cathedral of San Nicola Pellegrino in Trani

Detail of tower and dome of the eastern entrance arch, 1616-36 (photo)
XAM93193 Detail of tower and dome of the eastern entrance arch, 1616-36 (photo); Shir Dar Madrasa, Registan Square, Samarkand, Uzbekistan; Ali Meyer.

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"Tile: A Journey Through Art and Culture" Step into the world of tile, where ancient civilizations left their mark in vibrant mosaics. Picture No. 11014350 takes us back to Roman times, showcasing a mesmerizing seafood mosaic that once adorned the floors of luxurious villas. Traveling to Malaga, Andalucia in Spain, we find ourselves captivated by the Virgen del Carmen tilework. The intricate patterns and vivid colors tell stories of devotion and faith, reflecting the rich heritage of this enchanting region in Europe. As night falls upon Seville's Plaza de Espana, our gaze is drawn to a magnificent display of tiles. Each step reveals another piece of history embedded within the Roman memento mori mosaic – a reminder that life is fleeting but art endures. Venturing further east, we arrive at the Temple of 10000 Buddhas. Here, tiles come alive with spiritual energy as they form stunning murals depicting Buddhist teachings and enlightenment. In Fes, Morocco, Africa unveils its own tale through meticulously crafted mosaic tiled fountains and walls. The Royal Palace Door stands proud amidst an array of vibrant colors that celebrate Moroccan craftsmanship at its finest. Lake Maggiore in Switzerland warns us with a Cave canem sign – beware. Even here, tiles serve as guardians protecting against potential dangers lurking nearby. Heading south again to Granada's Alhambra palace complex in Andalucia-EspaAna brings us face-to-face with azulejos – traditional Portuguese blue-painted ceramic tiles adorning every corner. These exquisite works depict scenes from daily life or historical events while adding charm to this architectural marvel. Lisbon invites us into souvenir shops displaying an array of beautifully designed tiles representing Portugal's cultural heritage. From iconic landmarks to traditional motifs, these decorative pieces offer visitors a chance to take home cherished memories captured within each tile's brushstroke or glaze.