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Count Guy of Ponthieu's soldiers take Harold prisoner to Beaurain, Bayeux Tapestry (wool embroidery on linen)
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Count Guy of Ponthieu's soldiers take Harold prisoner to Beaurain, Bayeux Tapestry (wool embroidery on linen)
XIR161949 Count Guy of Ponthieu's soldiers take Harold prisoner to Beaurain, 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. Harold and his escort sail into the Normandy lands of Count Wido who takes him to Beaurain castle as prisoner); With special authorisation of the city of Bayeux
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© With special authorisation of the city of Bayeux / Bridgeman Images
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This print captures a pivotal moment in history depicted on the famous Bayeux Tapestry. Created in the 11th century, this wool embroidery on linen showcases Count Guy of Ponthieu's soldiers taking Harold, the Anglo-Saxon king of England, as prisoner to Beaurain castle. The tapestry was sewn by English women, most likely from Kent, under Norman instruction. The intricate details and vibrant colors bring to life the events leading up to the Norman invasion and conquest of England in 1066. In this particular scene, Harold and his escort sail into Normandy lands where they are intercepted by Count Wido's soldiers. With their horses and weapons at hand, the cavalry captures Harold and escorts him to Beaurain castle. The Bayeux Tapestry is not only a remarkable work of art but also an invaluable historical document that depicts one of England's defining moments. It beautifully illustrates the clash between two powerful forces - Duke William of Normandy's army seeking control over England and King Harold defending his kingdom until his tragic death at the Battle of Hastings. Displayed at Musee de la Tapisserie in Bayeux, France with special authorization from the city itself, this print allows us to appreciate both its artistic brilliance and its historical significance. It serves as a reminder of how art can preserve important chapters in our past for generations to come.
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