Patriotic Earthenware Tile, Late 18th century

Very rare earthenware tile with patriotic polychrome decoration of the three orders united - symbolising the Clergy, the Nobility and the Third Estate - surmounted by the royal crown bearing in a phylactery the inscription ‘Vive la Nation’ (Long live the Nation). Four fleurs-de-lys at the corners.
Late 18th century, Revolutionary period.
Dimensions: 12.5 cm X 12.5 cm