Saxon & Medieval — Late Medieval; late 14th century
Shield with Arms of England and France
This carved and painted stone shield was found in the roof of the medieval Guildhall during rebuilding works in 1864-5. It shows the arms of the English kings when they first laid claim to the throne of France. Edward III adopted these arms in about 1340, combining three gold lions on a red background, representing England, with the gold fleurs-de-lis on blue of France. After about 1405 the number of fleurs-de-lis was reduced to three large ones in each field. The French fleurs-de-lis remained an essential element of the English royal arms until 1801!
- Category:
- Saxon & Medieval
- Object ID:
- 7252
- Object name:
- Shield with Arms of England and France
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- Production date:
- Late Medieval; late 14th century
- Material:
stone, paint
- Measurements/duration:
- H 640 mm, W 485 mm, D 195 mm, WT 38.5 kg (overall), H 640 mm, D 195 mm (overall)
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- Record quality:
- 100%
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- Owner Status & Credit:
Permanent collection
- Copyright holder:
digital image © London Museum
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