Border Decoration Collection

William, Duke of Normandy rides to welcome Harold, Bayeux Tapestry (wool embroidery on linen)
XIR183115 William, Duke of Normandy rides to welcome Harold, Bayeux Tapestry (wool embroidery on linen) by English School, (11th century); Musee de la Tapisserie, Bayeux

William leads his army to Brittany where they get stuck in quicksand, Bayeux Tapestry (wool embroidery on linen)
XIR183120 William leads his army to Brittany where they get stuck in quicksand, Bayeux Tapestry (wool embroidery on linen) by English School, (11th century); Musee de la Tapisserie, Bayeux

Armed riders from Duke William arrive to escort Harold to him, Bayeux Tapestry (wool embroidery on linen)
XIR183111 Armed riders from Duke William arrive to escort Harold to him, Bayeux Tapestry (wool embroidery on linen) by English School, (11th century); Musee de la Tapisserie, Bayeux

Count Guy leads Harold to William, Duke of Normandy, Bayeux Tapestry (wool embroidery on linen)
XIR183114 Count Guy leads Harold to William, Duke of Normandy, Bayeux Tapestry (wool embroidery on linen) by English School, (11th century); Musee de la Tapisserie, Bayeux

Duke William's messangers arrive at Beaurain Castle, Bayeux Tapestry (wool embroidery on linen)
XIR183110 Duke William's messangers arrive at Beaurain Castle, Bayeux Tapestry (wool embroidery on linen) by English School, (11th century); Musee de la Tapisserie, Bayeux

Aelfgyva with a priest, Bayeux Tapestry (wool embroidery on linen)
XIR183118 Aelfgyva with a priest, Bayeux Tapestry (wool embroidery on linen) by English School, (11th century); Musee de la Tapisserie, Bayeux

William leads his army against Duke Conan of Brittany, Bayeux Tapestry (wool embroidery on linen)
XIR183119 William leads his army against Duke Conan of Brittany, Bayeux Tapestry (wool embroidery on linen) by English School, (11th century); Musee de la Tapisserie, Bayeux

Harold addresses William in the Great Hall of his castle in Rouen, Bayeux Tapestry (wool embroidery on linen)
XIR183117 Harold addresses William in the Great Hall of his castle in Rouen, Bayeux Tapestry (wool embroidery on linen) by English School, (11th century); Musee de la Tapisserie, Bayeux

Duke William's envoys come to find Count Guy, Bayeux Tapestry (wool embroidery on linen)
XIR183109 Duke William's envoys come to find Count Guy, Bayeux Tapestry (wool embroidery on linen) by English School, (11th century); Musee de la Tapisserie, Bayeux

William honours Harold and they ride to Bayeux together, Bayeux Tapestry (wool embroidery on linen)
XIR183121 William honours Harold and they ride to Bayeux together, Bayeux Tapestry (wool embroidery on linen) by English School, (11th century); Musee de la Tapisserie, Bayeux

Duke William's envoys come to Count Guy de Ponthieu, Bayeux Tapestry (wool embroidery on linen)
XIR183108 Duke William's envoys come to Count Guy de Ponthieu, Bayeux Tapestry (wool embroidery on linen) by English School, (11th century); Musee de la Tapisserie, Bayeux

Count Guy leads Harold to Beaurain where he holds him, Bayeux Tapestry (wool embroidery on linen)
XIR183107 Count Guy leads Harold to Beaurain where he holds him, Bayeux Tapestry (wool embroidery on linen) by English School, (11th century); Musee de la Tapisserie, Bayeux

Count Guy takes Earl Harold to William, Duke of Normandy, Bayeux Tapestry (wool embroidery on linen)
XIR183112 Count Guy takes Earl Harold to William, Duke of Normandy, Bayeux Tapestry (wool embroidery on linen) by English School, (11th century); Musee de la Tapisserie, Bayeux

Harold is taken by William to his castle at Rouen, Bayeux Tapestry (wool embroidery on linen)
XIR183116 Harold is taken by William to his castle at Rouen, Bayeux Tapestry (wool embroidery on linen) by English School, (11th century); Musee de la Tapisserie, Bayeux

The Norman army ride into battle against the army of the English, Bayeux Tapestry (wool embroidery on linen)
XIR183143 The Norman army ride into battle against the army of the English, Bayeux Tapestry (wool embroidery on linen) by Unknown Artist, (11th century); Musee de la Tapisserie, Bayeux

The Normans fight and kill those who were with King Harold, Bayeux Tapestry (wool embroidery on linen)
XIR183149 The Normans fight and kill those who were with King Harold, Bayeux Tapestry (wool embroidery on linen) by Unknown Artist, (11th century); Musee de la Tapisserie, Bayeux

Here fell the brothers of Harold: Gyrth and Leofwine, Bayeux Tapestry (wool embroidery on linen)
XIR183145 Here fell the brothers of Harold: Gyrth and Leofwine, Bayeux Tapestry (wool embroidery on linen) by Unknown Artist, (11th century); Musee de la Tapisserie, Bayeux

The English turn in flight after the death of King Harold, Bayeux Tapestry (wool embroidery on linen)
XIR183151 The English turn in flight after the death of King Harold, Bayeux Tapestry (wool embroidery on linen) by Unknown Artist, (11th century); Musee de la Tapisserie, Bayeux

Normans construct fortifications at Hastings, Bayeux Tapestry (wool embroidery on linen)
XIR183137 Normans construct fortifications at Hastings, Bayeux Tapestry (wool embroidery on linen) by Unknown Artist, (11th century); Musee de la Tapisserie, Bayeux

Harold comes before King Edward, Bayeux Tapestry (wool embroidery on linen)
XIR183124 Harold comes before King Edward, Bayeux Tapestry (wool embroidery on linen) by Unknown Artist, (11th century); Musee de la Tapisserie, Bayeux

Duke William exhorts his troops to prepare themselves manfully
XIR183142 Duke William exhorts his troops to prepare themselves manfully and prudently for the battle against the English army, Bayeux Tapestry (wool embroidery on linen) by Unknown Artist

The Normans pull their ships to the sea, Bayeux Tapestry (wool embroidery on linen)
XIR183128 The Normans pull their ships to the sea, Bayeux Tapestry (wool embroidery on linen) by Unknown Artist, (11th century); Musee de la Tapisserie, Bayeux

Earl Harold rides from Bosham to London, Bayeux Tapestry (wool embroidery on linen)
XIR183123 Earl Harold rides from Bosham to London, Bayeux Tapestry (wool embroidery on linen) by Unknown Artist, (11th century); Musee de la Tapisserie, Bayeux

The Normans fight and kill those who were with King Harold
XIR183148 The Normans fight and kill those who were with King Harold, Bayeux Tapestry (wool embroidery on linen) by Unknown Artist, (11th century); Musee de la Tapisserie, Bayeux

The gate of Hastings opens for the Normans to march against Harold
XIR183138 The gate of Hastings opens for the Normans to march against Harold, Bayeux Tapestry (wool embroidery on linen) by Unknown Artist, (11th century); Musee de la Tapisserie, Bayeux

Bayeux tapestry, known as Embroidery of Queen Mathilde, 1077 (tapestry)
XIR183136 Bayeux tapestry, known as Embroidery of Queen Mathilde, 1077 (tapestry) by Unknown Artist, (11th century); Musee de la Tapisserie, Bayeux

Trees are chopped down to build ships for the Norman fleet
XIR183127 Trees are chopped down to build ships for the Norman fleet, Bayeux Tapestry (wool embroidery on linen) by Unknown Artist, (11th century); Musee de la Tapisserie, Bayeux

Duke William shows face to his army, Bayeux Tapestry (wool embroidery on linen)
XIR183147 Duke William shows face to his army, Bayeux Tapestry (wool embroidery on linen) by Unknown Artist, (11th century); Musee de la Tapisserie, Bayeux

King Harolds messenger gives him news of Duke Williams army
XIR183141 King Harolds messenger gives him news of Duke Williams army, Bayeux Tapestry (wool embroidery on linen) by Unknown Artist, (11th century); Musee de la Tapisserie, Bayeux

Norman scouts are sent ahead to watch Harolds movements
XIR183140 Norman scouts are sent ahead to watch Harolds movements, Bayeux Tapestry(wool embroidery on linen) by Unknown Artist, (11th century); Musee de la Tapisserie, Bayeux

The Normans set off from Hastings to attack Harold, Bayeux Tapestry
XIR183139 The Normans set off from Hastings to attack Harold, Bayeux Tapestry (wool embroidery on linen) by Unknown Artist, (11th century); Musee de la Tapisserie, Bayeux

Normans carry arms to the ships, Bayeux Tapestry (wool embroidery on linen)
XIR183129 Normans carry arms to the ships, Bayeux Tapestry (wool embroidery on linen) by Unknown Artist, (11th century); Musee de la Tapisserie, Bayeux

A ship lands in Normandy bringing news of Harolds coronation
XIR183126 A ship lands in Normandy bringing news of Harolds coronation, Bayeux Tapestry (wool embroidery on linen) by Unknown Artist, (11th century); Musee de la Tapisserie, Bayeux

Earl Harold returns to England, Bayeux Tapestry (wool embroidery on linen)
XIR183122 Earl Harold returns to England, Bayeux Tapestry (wool embroidery on linen) by Unknown Artist, (11th century); Musee de la Tapisserie, Bayeux

Here is Wadard, Bayeux Tapestry (wool embroidery on linen)
XIR183133 Here is Wadard, Bayeux Tapestry (wool embroidery on linen) by Unknown Artist, (11th century); Musee de la Tapisserie, Bayeux

Normans pulling a cart loaded with wine and arms, Bayeux Tapestry
XIR183130 Normans pulling a cart loaded with wine and arms, Bayeux Tapestry (wool embroidery on linen) by Unknown Artist, (11th century); Musee de la Tapisserie, Bayeux

Norman cooks prepare a feast for William, Bayeux Tapestry (wool embroidery on linen)
XIR183134 Norman cooks prepare a feast for William, Bayeux Tapestry (wool embroidery on linen) by Unknown Artist, (11th century); Musee de la Tapisserie, Bayeux

Lat 962 f. 264 Miniature of a bishop blessing the annual fair or market held for two weeks
BAL52371 Lat 962 f.264 Miniature of a bishop blessing the annual fair or market held for two weeks in June on the plains of St

Border decoration two flowers leafwork speckled background
Border decoration with two flowers and leafwork, against a speckled background. The print is part of an album, ornaments, art, ornament, arabesque, flowers, foliage

Design Grotesque Ornament Fragment Border Decoration
Artokoloro

St. Ramus (vellum) (b / w photo)
XJF139889 St. Ramus (vellum) (b/w photo) by English School, (15th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: symbols of the Four Evangelists; ); English, out of copyright

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"Journey and Diplomacy: The Intricate Border Decorations of the Bayeux Tapestry" The Bayeux Tapestry, a remarkable piece of artistry, depicts various significant events leading up to the historic Battle of Hastings in 1066. Amongst its intricate wool embroidery on linen, border decorations serve as visual hints that transport us through this captivating tale. In one scene, we witness William, Duke of Normandy, mounted on his horse as he rides forth to welcome Harold. This grand display showcases the importance and pomp surrounding their meeting. Another border decoration portrays William leading his army towards Brittany but encountering treacherous quicksand along the way. The tapestry captures the perilous nature of their journey while highlighting William's determination and leadership. As armed riders from Duke William arrive to escort Harold towards him, we are reminded of the political intricacies involved in forging alliances during this time period. Count Guy takes center stage in another depiction as he guides Harold towards Duke William with utmost care and caution. The tapestry also reveals how messengers from Duke William make their way to Beaurain Castle to negotiate important matters. These delicate diplomatic missions were crucial for maintaining order amidst shifting loyalties. Aelfgyva's presence alongside a priest signifies religious undertones within these events – emphasizing both spiritual guidance and divine intervention throughout this tumultuous period. William's military prowess is showcased once again when he leads his army against Duke Conan of Brittany. The border decoration serves as a reminder that conflict was an ever-present reality during these times. Harold addresses William in the Great Hall of his castle in Rouen - a pivotal moment where diplomacy intertwines with power dynamics between two influential figures vying for control over England's future. Duke William's envoys' arrival at Count Guy de Ponthieu further highlights strategic negotiations taking place behind closed doors – each move calculated with precision and purpose.