A decorative panel of four c14th-century medieval encaustic earthenware floor tiles from northern France, each bearing a large fleur-de-lis in contrasting pale clay against a reddish-brown glazed ground.
Arranged diagonally to form a square panel, the four tiles display subtle variations in colour, wear and surface patina, reflecting centuries of age and use. The repeated heraldic motif creates a striking geometric composition characteristic of medieval Gothic tiled pavements.
The fleur-de-lis was closely associated with the French monarchy and became a prominent feature of medieval architectural decoration. Tiles of this type were used in churches, abbeys and other important buildings, where repeated heraldic designs formed extensive ornamental floors.
An attractive surviving group of four complementary medieval tiles, offering a glimpse of the decorative pavements that once adorned the interiors of Gothic buildings.
Date: 14th century, northern France.
Each roughly 12.2cm x 12.2cm : about 1.7cm thick
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Condition: Good surviving condition. Chips to the edges, surface, and corners. Some areas of loss to the glaze and slip. Manufacturing flaws. Glue/sticker remnants to the reverse. Please check photos carefully.
