A Bright Yellow 'fleur-de-lis' Floor Tile, 14th Century

"A Bright Yellow 'Fleur-de-Lis' FloorTile, 14th Century"

This is one of the earliest colored floor tiles with a fleur-de-lis motif. What does the fleur-de-lis motif represent? The fleur-de-lis, or lily, is mentioned several times in the Bible and symbolizes purity and divine beauty. The white lily, also called the Madonna lily, is often depicted alongside the Blessed Virgin Mary. This flower represents her virginity and purity. It is also a symbol of power and nobility in castles and mansions. It became the emblem of the kings of France during the Middle Ages, under the reign of Louis VII. This is one of the earliest encaustic tiles made in France or Flanders (Belgium). It is one of the earliest colored floor tiles with a fleur-de-lis motif from France or Flanders.

Dimensions: 12 x 12 x 3 cm
The tile is in very good condition and NOT restored.