Moorish Star Mexican Relief Tile

Product Description

This Moorish Star Mexican Relief Tile blends deep cobalt fields, golden raised latticework, bold red star accents, and cool turquoise panels in a sculptural high relief design inspired by Moorish and Mudéjar geometry. Its layered symmetry, crisp tracery, and vivid palette create a dramatic architectural focal point for kitchens, bathrooms, patios, and entryways. Request your quote today to bring handcrafted Mexican design into your home.

Tile Pattern Analysis

The pattern is organized around Islamic geometric principles, featuring an eight pointed red star at the center surrounded by nested cobalt polygons. A raised network of golden lines weaves through angular shapes, forming interconnected stars, octagons, diamonds, and pointed arches. Secondary turquoise fields cool the palette while maintaining strict symmetry. The design repeats seamlessly, creating a continuous Moorish lattice when installed in multiples.

Pattern Colors

• Primary tone: Deep cobalt blue fields
• Accent outline: Bright golden yellow raised tracery
• Star color: Red central eight pointed star
• Secondary accents: Light turquoise diamonds and borders
• Outline color: Thin black defining contours

Design Details

• Main motif: Raised eight pointed star medallion
• Structural geometry: Interlocking polygons, angular grids
• Border style: Nested diamonds, pointed arch silhouettes
• Additional accents: Red arrow motifs and turquoise insets
• Linework style: Sculptural raised tracery for depth

Regional Design Influences

The tile draws from Moorish and Mudéjar traditions, which merged Islamic geometry with Iberian craft. These motifs later influenced colonial Mexican Talavera, particularly in Puebla and Dolores Hidalgo. The cobalt and yellow palette, star medallions, and interlaced outlines reflect the Spanish Islamic aesthetic adapted into Mexico’s ceramic heritage.

Artisan Craftsmanship

This is a molded high relief Talavera style tile. Artisans shape the raised outlines before the first firing, then apply glazes within each recessed field by hand. This process requires precision so colors stay contained within relief boundaries. A final high temperature firing fuses the glossy glazes and enhances the dimensional effect.

Tile Specifications

• Material: High fired ceramic relief tile
• Finish: Glossy hand glazed raised detail
• Standard size: 4 × 4 inches
• Optional size: 6 × 6 inches
• Thickness: Approximately 3/8 inch due to relief
• Use: Indoor walls and protected exterior accents
• Suggested areas: Kitchen, bath, entry, fireplace, patio
• Origin: Handmade in central Mexico

FAQ – Moorish Star Tile

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Select size and quantity to request a quote for the Moorish Star Mexican Relief Tile. You will receive pricing, lead time, and packing details for your project.

Tile Related Resources

• Shop Mexican tiles
• Mexican tile patterns
• About 6×6 Talavera tiles
• Bathroom tile style ideas
• Handcrafted Talavera tiles

Installation

Install over a clean, level, and properly prepared surface using thinset mortar suited for ceramic relief tiles. Ensure consistent spacing to maintain geometric alignment and continuous Moorish pattern flow.

Cleaning

Clean with mild soap and a soft cloth to protect the glossy glaze. Avoid acidic cleaners or abrasives, which may dull the raised surfaces or affect the glaze.

Shipping & Returns

Each relief tile is wrapped individually to protect the raised design during transit. For lead times, packing practices, and return policies, visit our shipping and returns page.

Disclaimer: This relief tile is handmade and hand glazed. Variations in relief height, glaze pooling, and hue are normal and enhance its artisan character. Lifestyle photos are for inspiration only. All product images © Rustica House, unauthorized use is prohibited.