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| All Shall Be WellInscription: ALL SHALL BE WELL ALL SHALL BE WELL AND ALL MANNER OF THINGS SHALL BE WELL Julian of Norwich (1342 – to circa 1413) was an English mystic who spent part of her life as an anchorite or hermit. She had a series of visions about which she wrote and her writings have amazingly survived over the centuries.
Unusually for her time she saw the Trinity as Father, Mother, Lord - which appeals today to people looking for a fresh approach to spirituality. In her prayers and meditations she assures us that in the Love of God all shall be well.
“All shall be well and all shall be well and all manner of thing(s) shall be well”..... The wording on the tile forms a spiral, in itself much used in the early Christian church of Britain and Ireland to represent growth and fulfilment. This is a unique wall tile with an optimistic message for those who need comfort and reassurance.
Dimensions: 10.3cm x 10.3cm |
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| Breton Fisherman's PrayerInscription: DEAR LORD BE GOOD TO ME THE SEA IS SO LARGE AND OUR BOAT IS SO SMALL The Breton fisherman's prayer has turned up in various forms in many parts of the world and this particular version comes from Brittany in Northern France. This wall decor shows a small fishing boat alone in the middle of the deep sea: seagulls fly beside awaiting the catch.
This decorative tile expresses the thoughts of lonely sailors out at sea but perhaps also speaks for all of us when faced with the many problems of our lives. An unusual gift for fishermen, sailors or anyone connected to the sea. Dimensions: 10.3cm x 10cm |
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| LaceThe terracotta here has a filigree quality. The design is based on early nineteenth century handmade lace: a cross can be seen amongst the repeating flowers and leaf patterns.
Two or more of these tiles could be used to space other more figurative designs to form richly decorative wall decor. With its even surface the tile would also make an unusual and attractive trivet. Dimensions: 9.8cm x 9.8cm |
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| Noah's ArkInscription: THERE WENT IN TWO & TWO INTO THE ARK This tile design is based on a wonderful Romanesque wall painting in the abbey church of St Savin sur Gartempe, Poitou, France (a UNESCO World Heritage Site). We see the three-storied ark filled with Noah and his family on the top floor, with various recognisable animals modelled beneath.
The raven and dove from the story appear at the stern and prow of the ark whilst the text is contained in a ribbon above. The quote is adapted from Genesis Chapter 7, verse 15 “And they went unto Noah into the ark, two and two of all flesh....”
A lovely intricate wall tile for everyone to enjoy. Dimensions: 10.6cm x 9cm |
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| Our Lady of WalsinghamInscription: OUR LADY OF WALSINGHAM Walsingham, known as England's Nazareth, became a centre of pilgrimage from 1061 until the reformation. The tradition was revived in the early 20th century at the Anglican Shrine of Our Lady of Walsingham.
This design was commissioned by the Anglican Shrine of Walsingham and you can find out more about this holy site using the link below. Dimensions: 9cm x 10cm Web Site: www.walsingham.org.uk |
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| St. Patrick's PrayerInscription: CHRIST WITH ME, CHRIST BEFORE ME, CHRIST BEHIND ME, CHRIST WITHIN ME The prayer forms part of a long liturgical poem known as St Patrick’s Lorica or breastplate. This version was translated from the Gaelic by Cecil Alexander in 1889.
“...Christ be with me, Christ within me,
Christ behind me, Christ before me,
Christ beside me, Christ to win me,
Christ to comfort and restore me.
Christ beneath me, Christ above me...”
The wording on the tile forms a spiral, in itself much used in the early Christian church of Britain and Ireland to represent growth and fulfilment. A comforting message for all of us, perhaps particularly when we need it most. A recent recipient said “It will never be far from me....” Dimensions: 9.8cm x 9.8cm |
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