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The bayeux tapestry.

Authors :
Heydt, Bruce
Source :
British Heritage. Oct/Nov99, Vol. 20 Issue 6, p57. 3p.
Publication Year :
1999

Abstract

Focuses on a wall tapestry taken from the Bayeux Cathedral in 1476, which depicted the Norman invasion of England. Embroidery of the historical scenes on the linen cloth; Speculations on the origin of the tapestry; Value of the cloth as a source of information on the details of everyday life during the medieval period.

Subjects

Subjects :
INVASIONS of Great Britain

Details

Language :
English
ISSN :
01952633
Volume :
20
Issue :
6
Database :
Academic Search Index
Journal :
British Heritage
Publication Type :
Periodical
Accession number :
2256509