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Floor Tile (possibly Portugal)

This is a Floor tile. It is dated 16th–early 17th century and we acquired it in 1955. Its medium is glazed and painted earthenware. It is a part of the Product Design and Decorative Arts department.

This object was donated by J.L. Arnemann. It is credited Gift of J.L. Arnemann.

Its dimensions are

H x W x D: 1.8 x 12.7 x 12.7 cm (11/16 x 5 x 5 in.)

Cite this object as

Floor Tile (possibly Portugal); glazed and painted earthenware; H x W x D: 1.8 x 12.7 x 12.7 cm (11/16 x 5 x 5 in.); Gift of J.L. Arnemann; 1955-145-1

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