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Normans and English Fall Side by Side in Battle, Bayeux Tapestry (wool embroidery on linen)
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Normans and English Fall Side by Side in Battle, Bayeux Tapestry (wool embroidery on linen)
XIR154193 Normans and English Fall Side by Side in Battle, Bayeux Tapestry (wool embroidery on linen) by English School, (11th century); Musee de la Tapisserie, Bayeux, France; (add.info.: Sewn by English women probably in Kent to a Norman brief, the embroidery illustrates the events leading to the Norman invasion and conquest of England by an army led by Duke William of Normandy and the death of King Harold at the Battle of Hastings in 1066.); With special authorisation of the city of Bayeux
Media ID 31711776
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This print captures a pivotal moment in history as Normans and English warriors fall side by side in the heat of battle. The image is derived from the renowned Bayeux Tapestry, an exquisite piece of wool embroidery on linen that depicts the events leading to the Norman invasion and conquest of England. Sewn with great skill by English women, under a Norman brief, this tapestry serves as a visual narrative of Duke William of Normandy's army marching towards victory and King Harold's tragic demise at the Battle of Hastings in 1066. The scene showcases the chaos and confusion that engulfed both sides during this medieval clash. The tapestry reveals knights on horseback charging into combat, their axes raised high above their heads. Shields collide amidst falling soldiers, while archers unleash deadly arrows upon their foes. The fabric itself tells tales of horror and savagery as it portrays dying warriors strewn across the battlefield. Through intricate needlework and vibrant yarns, this masterpiece brings to life one of history's most significant turning points - when England fell under Norman rule. It stands as a testament to human resilience, bravery, and sacrifice amidst the brutality of war. Displayed within Musee de la Tapisserie in Bayeux, France, this photograph offers us a glimpse into our shared past - reminding us how conflicts shape nations and alter destinies.
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