Tile, c. 1898-99 Designed by Galileo Chini (Italian, 1863-1956) Produced by l’Arte della Ceramica, Florence, Italy Glazed earthenware 11 3/8" square 87.1491.7.1 In Stile Floreale architecture, glazed ceramic tiles with colorful details were used routinely as decorative borders. The presence of natural motifs in curvilinear patterns today represents the initial evolution of the mature Stile Floreale. Back to Dutch & Italian Art Nouveau Main Back to Collections Main