A Bright Yellow Early Floortile, ‘fleur-de-lis’, 14th Century

"A Bright YellowFloor Tile, ‘Fleur-de-Lis’, 14th Century"

This is one of the earliest colored floor tiles featuring 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 known as 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 manufactured in France orFlanders (Belgium). It is one of the earliest colored floor tiles featuring afleur-de-lis motif from France or Flanders.

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