Border Tile 1882 - 1885

This "Border Tile" (1882-1885) created by the J. and J. G. Low Art Tile Works exemplifies the use of geometric patterns in late 19th-century decorative art. The tile, housed in the Metropolitan Museum of Art, features a repeating motif of concentric circles, each with a central dot, creating a visually engaging and rhythmic pattern. This tile, like others produced by the Low Art Tile Works, would have been used as a decorative element in both residential and public interiors, highlighting the growing popularity of ceramic arts during this period.