Bayeux Tapestry
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Encyclopedia Britannica (11th ed.) article describing the Bayeux Tapestry, an embroidered linen band about 231 ft long showing the Norman conquest of England in seventy-two scenes. It covers the physical description, borders, history of the object, debate over its origin and patronage by Bishop Odo, and the dating controversy, followed by a bibliography. Two plates reproduce eleven scenes, including the siege of Dinant, Harold's coronation, Halley's Comet, the ship crossing, and the cavalry attack.
- Type
- Article
- Date
- 1911
- Language
- English
- Pages
- 4
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