8x8 May Basket
Frank Lloyd Wright (1867–1959) is recognized worldwide as one of the greatest architects of the 20th century.
In 1927, Wright designed a series of 12 monthly covers for Liberty magazine based on seasonal themes. Unfortunately, the publishers judged them as too radical for the time. The magazine returned Wright’s presentation drawings, which became the basis for later interpretations executed in diverse media. Each cover design exemplifies Wright’s practice of using the tools of his trade —T-square, triangle and compass — to create lively geometric designs.
Nearly a century later, Motawi celebrates this study in geometry, asymmetry and color with its 8x8 ceramic art tile rendering of Wright’s May Basket design, which features the abstraction of a basket overflowing with grapes and other fruit in springtime.
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Approximate Tile Size: 7 7/8" x 7 7/8"
Easel Info
Easels are an elegant option for art tile display. Fabricated from powder-coated steel, our easels are locally made and feature durable single-piece construction.
- Medium easel: holds any unframed tile larger than 3 inches (recommended for most of our tiles if unframed).
- Large easel: holds any framed tile or any unframed tile larger than 4 inches.
- Small easel: holds 3 and 4-inch tiles (unframed).
Frame Info
Our quarter-sawn oak frames, handmade by Dard Hunter Studios, are available with a natural Oak or Ebony finish. They can hang horizontally or vertically, or perch on our large easels. Frame features include mitered corners and stapled joints.
- Frame width is 2".
- Any framed tile can pair with our large easel.
- Note: Frame woodgrain and stain opacity varies.
Have questions? Here’s what most customers ask before choosing a tile.
Yes. Each tile is handcrafted in our Ann Arbor, Michigan studio using traditional techniques and carefully applied glazes.
Yes. These tiles are a popular choice for housewarming, weddings, birthdays, and special occasions because they’re meaningful, long-lasting, and easy to display.
Tiles can be displayed with a frame, easel, or wall mounting, depending on your space. You can also add display accessories directly from this page.
Each tile is made by hand, so there may be slight variations in glaze and color. These small differences make every piece unique.
Most orders ship within a few business days, and you’ll receive tracking once your order is on its way.
If something isn’t quite right, we accept returns on eligible items within a set period. You can review full details for both below:
Yes. These tiles can be used as decorative accents in installations like kitchens, fireplaces, and walls, or displayed as standalone art pieces.