I had to pay 1500 dollars in taxes last year 2015. should i have been able to deduct that amount on my 2016 taxes. I also made quartly payments?

Well I already did my taxes with you guys. I payed 1500 dollars in 2016 for taxes for the year 2015. Also in made quarterly payments in 2016 for 1500 dollars. Should I been able to deduct the 1500 dollars I payed for the 2015 year?