Bayeux Tapestry - Revision history

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	===Personalities===		===Personalities===
	There are five major personalities depicted on the tapestry: King [[Edward the Confessor\|Edward]] of [[England]], [[Harold Godwinson]] the oathbreaker, [[Duke]] [[William I\|William]] of [[Normandy]], [[Bishop]] Odo (who was William's half-brother), and Eustace [[Count]] of Boulogne. The [[England\|English]] [[Archbishop]] Stigand, and Edward's queen Edith are also depicted, as is [[Duke]] Conan of [[Brittany]]. There are also four individuals otherwise unknown to history -- a dwarf, Turold (a name derived from the [[Norway\|Norse]] ''Thorvald''); two [[Normandy\|Norman]]s, Wadard and Vital, and a woman, Aelfgyva (who appears to have been involved in some way with an un-named priest).		There are five major personalities depicted on the tapestry: King [[Edward the Confessor\|Edward]] of [[England]], [[Harold Godwinson]] the oathbreaker, [[Duke]] [[William I\|William]] of [[Normandy]], [[Bishop]] Odo (who was William's half-brother), and Eustace [[Count]] of Boulogne (although an effort was made to erase his name). The [[England\|English]] [[Archbishop]] Stigand, and Edward's queen Edith are also depicted, as is [[Duke]] Conan of [[Brittany]]. There are also four individuals otherwise unknown to history -- a dwarf, Turold (a name derived from the [[Norway\|Norse]] ''Thorvald''); two [[Normandy\|Norman]]s, Wadard and Vital, and a woman, Aelfgyva (who appears to have been involved in some way with an un-named priest).

	===History===		===History===

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	[[William_the Conqueror\|William I of England]]		[[William_the Conqueror\|William I of England]]
	to the [[throne]]. It was made using [[Laid and Couched Work]] of [[wool]] on a [[linen]] ground fabric. The embroiderers used [[wool]] which had been tinted with [[vegetable]] [[dye]]s. The colours of muted brick, rust, [[mustard]] [[yellow]], [[olive]]-[[green]], dark [[brown]] and off-[[white]] can be found in cloth traditionally woven in the region.		to the [[throne]]. It was made using [[Laid and Couched Work]] of [[wool]] on a [[linen]] ground fabric. The embroiderers used [[wool]] which had been tinted with [[vegetable]] [[dye]]s. The colours of muted brick, rust, [[mustard]] [[yellow]], [[olive]]-[[green]], dark [[brown]] and off-[[white]] can be found in cloth traditionally woven in the region.

			===Personalities===
			There are five major personalities depicted on the tapestry: King [[Edward the Confessor\|Edward]] of [[England]], [[Harold Godwinson]] the oathbreaker, [[Duke]] [[William I\|William]] of [[Normandy]], [[Bishop]] Odo (who was William's half-brother), and Eustace [[Count]] of Boulogne. The [[England\|English]] [[Archbishop]] Stigand, and Edward's queen Edith are also depicted, as is [[Duke]] Conan of [[Brittany]]. There are also four individuals otherwise unknown to history -- a dwarf, Turold (a name derived from the [[Norway\|Norse]] ''Thorvald''); two [[Normandy\|Norman]]s, Wadard and Vital, and a woman, Aelfgyva (who appears to have been involved in some way with an un-named priest).

	===History===		===History===

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	===History===		===History===
	It is sometimes said to have been made by William's [[queen]], Matilda of [[Flanders]], and her ladies. Indeed, in [[France]] it is known as ''"La Tapisserie de la Reine Mathilde"'' (Tapestry of Queen Mathilda). However, it was probably made in a workshop on the orders of Odo, [[Bishop]] of Bayeux, who was William's half-brother.		It is sometimes said to have been made by William's [[queen]], Matilda of [[Flanders]], and her ladies. Indeed, in [[France]] it is known as ''"La Tapisserie de la Reine Mathilde"'' (Tapestry of Queen Mathilda). However, it was probably made in a [[workshop]] on the orders of Odo, [[Bishop]] of Bayeux, who was William's half-brother.

	The misidentification of [[Harold II]] of England in the tapestry has led to the widespread but incorrect idea that Harold was killed by an [[arrow]] striking his eye. The tapestry also contains a representation of a comet which is likely to be [[Halley's Comet]]. While political propaganda or personal emphasis may have somewhat distorted the historic accuracy of the story, the Bayeux tapestry presents a unique visual document of [[medieval]] [[arms]], [[clothing\|apparel]], and other objects. However, it has been noted that the warriors are depicted [[fighting]] with bare hands, while other sources indicate the general use of [[glove]]s in [[war\|battle]] and [[hunt]].		The misidentification of [[Harold II]] of England in the tapestry has led to the widespread but incorrect idea that Harold was killed by an [[arrow]] striking his eye. The tapestry also contains a representation of a comet which is likely to be [[Halley's Comet]]. While political propaganda or personal emphasis may have somewhat distorted the historic accuracy of the story, the Bayeux tapestry presents a unique visual document of [[medieval]] [[arms]], [[clothing\|apparel]], and other objects. However, it has been noted that the warriors are depicted [[fighting]] with bare hands, while other sources indicate the general use of [[glove]]s in [[war\|battle]] and [[hunt]].

Cian: links

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	===Background===		===Background===
		⚫	The '''Bayeux Tapestry''' ([[French]]: ''Tapisserie de Bayeux'') is not actually a [[tapestry]] (that is, a [[weaving]]), but is [[embroidery]]. It is currently to be found in a special [[museum]] in the town of Bayeux in [[Normandy]]. It was made in [[England]], probably in Kent, after the [[Norman conquest]] of [[1066]], and commemorates the events leading up to the [[Battle of Hastings]].

⚫	The '''Bayeux Tapestry''' (French: Tapisserie de Bayeux) is not actually a [[tapestry]] (that is, a [[weaving]]), but is [[embroidery]]. It is currently to be found in a special [[museum]] in the town of Bayeux in Normandy. It was made in [[England]], probably in Kent, after the [[Norman conquest]] of [[1066]], and commemorates the events leading up to the [[Battle of Hastings]].

	===Techniques===		===Techniques===

	The tapestry is 70 metres long and 0.5 metres wide. It has 58 scenes, which portray in detail the progress of		The tapestry is 70 metres long and 0.5 metres wide. It has 58 scenes, which portray in detail the progress of
	[[William_the Conqueror\|William I of England]]		[[William_the Conqueror\|William I of England]]
	to the throne. It was made using [[Laid and Couched Work]] of wool on a linen ground fabric. The embroiderers used [[wool]] which had been tinted with vegetable [[dye]]s. The colours of muted brick, rust, mustard yellow, olive-green, dark brown and off-white can be found in cloth traditionally woven in the region.		to the [[throne]]. It was made using [[Laid and Couched Work]] of [[wool]] on a [[linen]] ground fabric. The embroiderers used [[wool]] which had been tinted with [[vegetable]] [[dye]]s. The colours of muted brick, rust, [[mustard]] [[yellow]], [[olive]]-[[green]], dark [[brown]] and off-[[white]] can be found in cloth traditionally woven in the region.

	===History===		===History===
		⚫	It is sometimes said to have been made by William's [[queen]], Matilda of [[Flanders]], and her ladies. Indeed, in [[France]] it is known as ''"La Tapisserie de la Reine Mathilde"'' (Tapestry of Queen Mathilda). However, it was probably made in a workshop on the orders of Odo, [[Bishop]] of Bayeux, who was William's half-brother.

		⚫	The misidentification of [[Harold II]] of England in the tapestry has led to the widespread but incorrect idea that Harold was killed by an [[arrow]] striking his eye. The tapestry also contains a representation of a comet which is likely to be [[Halley's Comet]]. While political propaganda or personal emphasis may have somewhat distorted the historic accuracy of the story, the Bayeux tapestry presents a unique visual document of [[medieval]] [[arms]], [[clothing\|apparel]], and other objects. However, it has been noted that the warriors are depicted [[fighting]] with bare hands, while other sources indicate the general use of [[glove]]s in [[war\|battle]] and [[hunt]].
⚫	It is sometimes said to have been made by William's queen, Matilda of Flanders, and her ladies. Indeed, in France it is known as "La Tapisserie de la Reine Mathilde" (Tapestry of Queen Mathilda). However, it was probably made in a workshop on the orders of Odo, Bishop of Bayeux, who was William's half-brother.

⚫	The misidentification of [[Harold II]] of England in the tapestry has led to the widespread but incorrect idea that Harold was killed by an [[arrow]] striking his eye. The tapestry also contains a representation of a comet which is likely to be Halley's Comet. While political propaganda or personal emphasis may have somewhat distorted the historic accuracy of the story, the Bayeux tapestry presents a unique visual document of medieval [[arms]], [[clothing\|apparel]], and other objects. However, it has been noted that the warriors are depicted fighting with bare hands, while other sources indicate the general use of [[glove]]s in [[war\|battle]] and [[hunt]].

	===External Links===		===External Links===
		⚫	For images of the tapestry, visit - http://rubens.anu.edu.au/htdocs/bytype/textiles/bayeux/

⚫	For images of the tapestry ~~please~~ visit - http://rubens.anu.edu.au/htdocs/bytype/textiles/bayeux/


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	For images of the tapestry please visit - http://rubens.anu.edu.au/htdocs/bytype/textiles/bayeux/		For images of the tapestry please visit - http://rubens.anu.edu.au/htdocs/bytype/textiles/bayeux/


			[[category:embroidery]]

Cian: add links

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	===Background===		===Background===

	The '''Bayeux Tapestry''' (French: Tapisserie de Bayeux) is not actually a [[tapestry]] (that is, a weaving), but is [[embroidery]]. It is currently to be found in a special [[museum]] in the town of Bayeux in Normandy. It was made in [[England]], probably in Kent, after the Norman conquest of [[1066]], and commemorates the events leading up to the [[Battle of Hastings]].		The '''Bayeux Tapestry''' (French: Tapisserie de Bayeux) is not actually a [[tapestry]] (that is, a [[weaving]]), but is [[embroidery]]. It is currently to be found in a special [[museum]] in the town of Bayeux in Normandy. It was made in [[England]], probably in Kent, after the [[Norman conquest]] of [[1066]], and commemorates the events leading up to the [[Battle of Hastings]].

	===Techniques===		===Techniques===

	The tapestry is 70 metres long and 0.5 metres wide. It has 58 scenes, which portray in detail the progress of		The tapestry is 70 metres long and 0.5 metres wide. It has 58 scenes, which portray in detail the progress of
	[~~http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/William_I_of_England~~ William I of England]		[[William_the Conqueror\|William I of England]]
	to the throne. It was made using [[Laid and Couched Work]] of wool on a linen ground fabric. The embroiderers used [[wool]] which had been tinted with vegetable [[dye]]s. The colours of muted brick, rust, mustard yellow, olive-green, dark brown and off-white can be found in cloth traditionally woven in the region.		to the throne. It was made using [[Laid and Couched Work]] of wool on a linen ground fabric. The embroiderers used [[wool]] which had been tinted with vegetable [[dye]]s. The colours of muted brick, rust, mustard yellow, olive-green, dark brown and off-white can be found in cloth traditionally woven in the region.

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	It is sometimes said to have been made by William's queen, Matilda of Flanders, and her ladies. Indeed, in France it is known as "La Tapisserie de la Reine Mathilde" (Tapestry of Queen Mathilda). However, it was probably made in a workshop on the orders of Odo, Bishop of Bayeux, who was William's half-brother.		It is sometimes said to have been made by William's queen, Matilda of Flanders, and her ladies. Indeed, in France it is known as "La Tapisserie de la Reine Mathilde" (Tapestry of Queen Mathilda). However, it was probably made in a workshop on the orders of Odo, Bishop of Bayeux, who was William's half-brother.

	The misidentification of Harold II of England in the tapestry has led to the widespread but incorrect idea that Harold was killed by an [[arrow]] striking his eye. The tapestry also contains a representation of a comet which is likely to be Halley's Comet. While political propaganda or personal emphasis may have somewhat distorted the historic accuracy of the story, the Bayeux tapestry presents a unique visual document of medieval [[arms]], [[clothing\|apparel]], and other objects. However, it has been noted that the warriors are depicted fighting with bare hands, while other sources indicate the general use of ~~gloves~~ in battle and [[hunt]].		The misidentification of [[Harold II]] of England in the tapestry has led to the widespread but incorrect idea that Harold was killed by an [[arrow]] striking his eye. The tapestry also contains a representation of a comet which is likely to be Halley's Comet. While political propaganda or personal emphasis may have somewhat distorted the historic accuracy of the story, the Bayeux tapestry presents a unique visual document of medieval [[arms]], [[clothing\|apparel]], and other objects. However, it has been noted that the warriors are depicted fighting with bare hands, while other sources indicate the general use of [[glove]]s in [[war\|battle]] and [[hunt]].

	===External Links===		===External Links===

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	===Background===		===Background===

	The '''Bayeux Tapestry''' (French: Tapisserie de Bayeux) is not actually a [[tapestry]] (that is, a weaving), but is [[embroidery]]. It is currently to be found in a special [[museum]] in the town of Bayeux in Normandy. It was made in [[England]], probably in Kent, after the Norman conquest of [[1066]], and commemorates the events leading up to the [[Battle of Hastings]].		The '''Bayeux Tapestry''' (French: Tapisserie de Bayeux) is not actually a [[tapestry]] (that is, a weaving), but is [[embroidery]]. It is currently to be found in a special [[museum]] in the town of Bayeux in Normandy. It was made in [[England]], probably in Kent, after the Norman conquest of [[1066]], and commemorates the events leading up to the [[Battle of Hastings]].

	===Techniques===		===Techniques===

	The tapestry is 70 metres long and 0.5 metres wide. It has 58 scenes, which portray in detail the progress of		The tapestry is 70 metres long and 0.5 metres wide. It has 58 scenes, which portray in detail the progress of
	[http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/William_I_of_England William I of England]		[http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/William_I_of_England William I of England]
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	===History===		===History===

	It is sometimes said to have been made by William's queen, Matilda of Flanders, and her ladies. Indeed, in France it is known as "La Tapisserie de la Reine Mathilde" (Tapestry of Queen Mathilda). However, it was probably made in a workshop on the orders of Odo, Bishop of Bayeux, who was William's half-brother.		It is sometimes said to have been made by William's queen, Matilda of Flanders, and her ladies. Indeed, in France it is known as "La Tapisserie de la Reine Mathilde" (Tapestry of Queen Mathilda). However, it was probably made in a workshop on the orders of Odo, Bishop of Bayeux, who was William's half-brother.

	The misidentification of Harold II of England in the tapestry has led to the widespread but incorrect idea that Harold was killed by an [[arrow]] striking his eye. The tapestry also contains a representation of a comet which is likely to be Halley's Comet. While political propaganda or personal emphasis may have somewhat distorted the historic accuracy of the story, the Bayeux tapestry presents a unique visual document of medieval [[arms]], [[clothing\|apparel]], and other objects. However, it has been noted that the warriors are depicted fighting with bare hands, while other sources indicate the general use of gloves in battle and [[hunt]].		The misidentification of Harold II of England in the tapestry has led to the widespread but incorrect idea that Harold was killed by an [[arrow]] striking his eye. The tapestry also contains a representation of a comet which is likely to be Halley's Comet. While political propaganda or personal emphasis may have somewhat distorted the historic accuracy of the story, the Bayeux tapestry presents a unique visual document of medieval [[arms]], [[clothing\|apparel]], and other objects. However, it has been noted that the warriors are depicted fighting with bare hands, while other sources indicate the general use of gloves in battle and [[hunt]].

			===External Links===

	For images of the tapestry please visit - http://rubens.anu.edu.au/htdocs/bytype/textiles/bayeux/		For images of the tapestry please visit - http://rubens.anu.edu.au/htdocs/bytype/textiles/bayeux/

Jos at 22:41, 22 December 2003

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	The tapestry is 70 metres long and 0.5 metres wide. It has 58 scenes, which portray in detail the progress of		The tapestry is 70 metres long and 0.5 metres wide. It has 58 scenes, which portray in detail the progress of
	[http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/William_I_of_England William I of England]		[http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/William_I_of_England William I of England]
	to the throne. It was made using [[Laid and Couched Work] of wool on a linen ground fabric. The embroiderers used [[wool]] which had been tinted with vegetable [[dye]]s. The colours of muted brick, rust, mustard yellow, olive-green, dark brown and off-white can be found in cloth traditionally woven in the region.		to the throne. It was made using [[Laid and Couched Work]] of wool on a linen ground fabric. The embroiderers used [[wool]] which had been tinted with vegetable [[dye]]s. The colours of muted brick, rust, mustard yellow, olive-green, dark brown and off-white can be found in cloth traditionally woven in the region.

	===History===		===History===

Jos at 22:40, 22 December 2003

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	The '''Bayeux Tapestry''' (French: Tapisserie de Bayeux) is not actually a [[tapestry]] (that is, a weaving), but is [[embroidery]]. It is currently to be found in a special [[museum]] in the town of Bayeux in Normandy. It was made in [[England]], probably in Kent, after the Norman conquest of [[1066]], and commemorates the events leading up to the [[Battle of Hastings]].		The '''Bayeux Tapestry''' (French: Tapisserie de Bayeux) is not actually a [[tapestry]] (that is, a weaving), but is [[embroidery]]. It is currently to be found in a special [[museum]] in the town of Bayeux in Normandy. It was made in [[England]], probably in Kent, after the Norman conquest of [[1066]], and commemorates the events leading up to the [[Battle of Hastings]].

	===Techniques==		===Techniques===
	The tapestry is 70 metres long and 0.5 metres wide. It has 58 scenes, which portray in detail the progress of		The tapestry is 70 metres long and 0.5 metres wide. It has 58 scenes, which portray in detail the progress of
	[http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/William_I_of_England William I of England]		[http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/William_I_of_England William I of England]

Jos: headings, technique info

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			===Background===
	The '''Bayeux ~~tapestry~~''' (French: Tapisserie de Bayeux) is not actually a [[tapestry]] (that is, a weaving), but is [[embroidery]]. It is currently to be found in a special [[museum]] in the town of Bayeux in Normandy. It was made in [[England]], probably in Kent, after the Norman conquest of [[1066]], and commemorates the events leading up to the [[Battle of Hastings]].		The '''Bayeux Tapestry''' (French: Tapisserie de Bayeux) is not actually a [[tapestry]] (that is, a weaving), but is [[embroidery]]. It is currently to be found in a special [[museum]] in the town of Bayeux in Normandy. It was made in [[England]], probably in Kent, after the Norman conquest of [[1066]], and commemorates the events leading up to the [[Battle of Hastings]].

			===Techniques==
	The tapestry is 70 metres long and 0.5 metres wide. It has 58 scenes, which portray in detail the progress of		The tapestry is 70 metres long and 0.5 metres wide. It has 58 scenes, which portray in detail the progress of
	[http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/William_I_of_England William I of England]		[http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/William_I_of_England William I of England]
		⚫	to the throne. It was made using [[Laid and Couched Work] of wool on a linen ground fabric. The embroiderers used [[wool]] which had been tinted with vegetable [[dye]]s. The colours of muted brick, rust, mustard yellow, olive-green, dark brown and off-white can be found in cloth traditionally woven in the region.
⚫	~~to the throne.~~ It is sometimes said to have been made by William's queen, Matilda of Flanders, and her ladies. Indeed, in France it is known as "La Tapisserie de la Reine Mathilde" (Tapestry of Queen Mathilda). However, it was probably made in a workshop on the orders of Odo, Bishop of Bayeux, who was William's half-brother.

			===History===
⚫	The misidentification of Harold II of England in the tapestry has led to the widespread but incorrect idea that Harold was killed by an [[arrow]] striking his eye. The tapestry also contains a representation of a comet which is likely to be Halley's Comet. While political propaganda or personal emphasis may have somewhat distorted the historic accuracy of the story, the Bayeux tapestry presents a unique visual document of medieval [[arms]], [[clothing\|apparel]], and other objects. However, it has been noted that the warriors are depicted fighting with bare hands, while other sources indicate the general use of gloves in battle and [[hunt]].
		⚫	It is sometimes said to have been made by William's queen, Matilda of Flanders, and her ladies. Indeed, in France it is known as "La Tapisserie de la Reine Mathilde" (Tapestry of Queen Mathilda). However, it was probably made in a workshop on the orders of Odo, Bishop of Bayeux, who was William's half-brother.

		⚫	The misidentification of Harold II of England in the tapestry has led to the widespread but incorrect idea that Harold was killed by an [[arrow]] striking his eye. The tapestry also contains a representation of a comet which is likely to be Halley's Comet. While political propaganda or personal emphasis may have somewhat distorted the historic accuracy of the story, the Bayeux tapestry presents a unique visual document of medieval [[arms]], [[clothing\|apparel]], and other objects. However, it has been noted that the warriors are depicted fighting with bare hands, while other sources indicate the general use of gloves in battle and [[hunt]].
⚫	The embroiderers used wool which had been tinted with vegetable [[dye]]s. The colours of muted brick, rust, mustard yellow, olive-green, dark brown and off-white can be found in cloth traditionally woven in the region.

	For images of the tapestry please visit - http://rubens.anu.edu.au/htdocs/bytype/textiles/bayeux/		For images of the tapestry please visit - http://rubens.anu.edu.au/htdocs/bytype/textiles/bayeux/