Tile 1881 - 1884

This tile was crafted by J. and J. G. Low Art Tile Works in the late 19th century. Note the stylized flower motifs, enclosed within circles. These aren’t mere decorations; they echo ancient solar symbols, emblems of life, renewal, and the cyclical nature of existence itself. Consider the rosette, a motif that blooms across millennia, from Mesopotamian carvings to Renaissance paintings. The flower symbolizes the cosmos, its petals radiating like the sun's rays. It's a testament to humanity's enduring fascination with the natural world and its rhythms. The subconscious appeal of such images lies in their ability to tap into a primordial sense of order. Jung might say these symbols are archetypes, universal patterns embedded deep in our collective unconscious. They are not just seen; they are felt, resonating with an inner knowledge that transcends conscious thought. Through time, the flower—the rosette—retains its essence, yet adapts, a visual echo rippling through the ages.