Stove Tile

About this object

Cultural context

functional; decorative

Iconographic meaning

The deep well in the centre of this stove tile (with a crucifixion scene) attests to its original bowl shape, which was then flattened at the base.

Specific techniques

lead-glazed

Physical description

Square green earthenware stove tile on flat circular base, with deep well, flared sides, inverted square rim. In the well is a square relief crucifixion scene. The exterior is unglazed.