If y’all know Renaissance History, y’all will know why Francis 1 of France was called The Salamander King.

And why Francis/Francois became Leonardo da Vinci’s last patron.

And what the Salamander symbol means.

And why FIRE is the element du jour.

Cue Billy Joel…again.

P.S. I met an America man in my shop (and knitted a jumper for him) who included amongst his own clients, Christie Brinkley. who included Mr Joel as one of her husband’s. For a short time!

P.S. Lovin’ the new comments on the vid below. NOT!