Ceramic and Art Panel by Japanese Artists Installed at the Chinggis Khaan National Museum
Society
Ceramic tile art traces its origins to the ancient civilizations along the Mediterranean coast. The earliest known examples were discovered in the ruins of a temple in Uruk, Mesopotamia, dating back to around 3500 BCE. The value placed on these tiles in ancient societies is evident in their use as decorative inlays in important structures such as temples, substituting for precious stones.
Over time, the art form spread across other ancient civilizations, including Egypt, Greece, and Rome, gradually evolving in aesthetic sophistication. In modern times, ceramic tile art has gained global popularity, particularly in Europe, where artists and artisans continue to produce ceramic and porcelain works as cherished artistic traditions passed down through generations.