The art was introduced to Spain by the Moors, who had learned the craft from the Persians. The word azulejo is derived from the arabic word: الزليج (al zulayj) : Zellige, meaning "polished stone". This origin explains the unmistakable Arab influences in many tiles: interlocking curvilinear, geometric or floral motifs. Seville was a major centre of the hispano-moresque tile industry.
The tiles are an integral part of Andalucia in general and Seville, in particular. They are extraordinarily beautiful, adorning walls of almost every building and house in Seville. Some have very detailed glazed art work.
Some examples are below:
Some examples are below:
San Fiacre from the garden of the Alcazar
A 15th Century tile of the Madonna and Child.
Another 15th Century group of tiles representing a religious scene
A very detailed tiled bench which was one of many, decorating Plaza Espana. This one represents the district of Barcelona.
Some of the general tile work bordering the walls of the Alcazar in Seville
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