25 abr 1066 ano - Bayeux Tapestry

Descrição:

Date: 1066-1080

Artist:

Medium: embroidery on linen

Location: Tapestry Museum

Function: to commemorate the win of the Normans, Shows the Battle of Hastings in 1066

Form: Tapestry

Context:
- Tells the story of William's conquest of England at the Battle of Hastings in 1066
- Commissioned by Bishop Odo, half brother of William the conqueror

Cultural comparison: Battle Scenes
- Ludovisi Battle Sarcophagus
- Night Attack on the Sanjo Palace
- Delacroix, Liberty Leading the People