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existing specimens of the fictile productions of the middle ages are so limited in kind, and, with the exception of paving tiles, so few in number, that it seems desirable to call attention to every additional object of this class which may be brought to light, and with the hope of adding something to what is at present known of this art, the following observations in illustration of the engravings which they accompany, are offered to the notice of the readers of the Archæological Journal.

The quatrefoil, fig. 1, is formed of fine clay, which has been burnt to a bright red colour: a correct idea of its character and make may be learnt from the engravings. The work-