Tile Panel in the form of an Architectural Niche 1300 - 1350

This 14th-century tile panel, created by Hasan ibn `Ali ibn Ahmad Babavaih, is a beautiful example of Islamic art. The piece features intricate blue and white glazed tiles arranged in a geometric pattern. The panel is dominated by a stylized architectural niche, which is framed by two slender columns. The niche is filled with elegant Arabic calligraphy, likely verses from the Quran, and a central motif of a stylized vase. This artwork is a testament to the skilled artistry of the Ilkhanid period and is a treasure of the Metropolitan Museum of Art's collection.