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Qallalin tiles

Africa tradition · 5 examples · indicative market tier: Under $500 (entry level & living craft)

Qallalin tiles or Qallaline tiles were a type of decorative tile which was characteristic of Tunisian architecture during the 17th and 18th centuries. Wikipedia →

Types & examples

Tiles (5026106295)
Tiles (5026106295)
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Tiles Sidi Sahbi
Tiles Sidi Sahbi
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Tiles at Sidi Sahbi
Tiles at Sidi Sahbi
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Tiles containing the name of who did the decorations
Tiles containing the name of who did the decorations
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Spanish tiles at the Santa Barbara Courthouse
Spanish tiles at the Santa Barbara Courthouse
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