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Harold rides to Bosham church to pray before leaving for Normandy, Bayeux Tapestry (wool embroidery on linen) (detail of 115608)
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Harold rides to Bosham church to pray before leaving for Normandy, Bayeux Tapestry (wool embroidery on linen) (detail of 115608)
XIR183100 Harold rides to Bosham church to pray before leaving for Normandy, Bayeux Tapestry (wool embroidery on linen) (detail of 115608) 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 Godwinson, Earl of Wessex, instructed by Edward the Confessor (c. 1003-66), King of England, to go to Normandy, rides to Bosham church with his men to pray for a safe voyage.)
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This print captures a momentous scene from the Bayeux Tapestry, an extraordinary piece of wool embroidery on linen dating back to the 11th century. The detail depicted here showcases Harold Godwinson, Earl of Wessex, as he rides towards Bosham church accompanied by his men. They embark on this journey to seek divine intervention and pray for a safe voyage before departing for Normandy. The tapestry itself narrates the events leading up to the Norman invasion and conquest of England in 1066, under Duke William of Normandy's leadership. Sewn by English women, possibly in Kent, according to Norman instructions, it serves as a visual chronicle of history. In this particular fragment, we witness Harold's solemn prayer at Bosham church before setting sail. His faithful hound stands loyally beside him while his men gather around in reverence. This image beautifully encapsulates the medieval atmosphere with its castle and church backdrop. The intricate needlework and attention to detail showcased in this textile masterpiece are truly remarkable. It is housed today at Musee de la Tapisserie in Bayeux, France. Through this photograph print from Bridgeman Images' collection, we are transported back in time to witness an important chapter in European history - one that forever changed the course of England through war and conquest.
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