Norman Conquest Collection

Map of England in 1066
England at the time of the Norman conquest, 1066-1081. Color lithograph of a 19th-century illustration

Bayeaux Tapestry portraying the Norman Conquest
Norman invasion of England in 1066 A.D. Color lithograph reproduction of part of the Bayeux tapestry

The Bayeux Tapestry, Normandy, France, Europe

Colorful Medieval Bayeux tapestry, Bayeux, Normandy, France. Created 11th century right after Battle of Hastings 1066 AD showing Norman Conquest. Shows Battle and deaths in lower panel

William the Conqueror
King of England William I, the Conqueror, carrying a sword. Hand-colored engraving of a portrait

Norman Invasion of England, 1066
Taillefer rousing the French army by singing the Song of Roland at the Battle of Hastings, 1066. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration

King William as represented on his seal, (1870). A wood engraving showing William the Conqueror (1028-1087) from The Arts of the Middle Ages and at the Period of the Renaissance, by Paul Lacroix

Harold II, last Anglo-Saxon king of England, c1064, (19th century). Artist: James William Edmund Doyle
Harold II, last Anglo-Saxon king of England, c1064, (19th century). Harold c1020-1066) swearing an oath on sacred relics before William of Normandy to support his claim to the English throne on death

If there had been tanks at the Battle of Hastings (engraving)
8672631 If there had been tanks at the Battle of Hastings (engraving) by Downey, Thomas Edward (1852-1926); Private Collection; (add.info.: "Ifs" in history)

Duke William (engraving)
8636273 Duke William (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Duke William. Illustration for Philips' Picturesque History of England edited by J Francon)

The landing of the Normans (engraving)
8636271 The landing of the Normans (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The landing of the Normans)

Battle of Hastings (engraving)
8630856 Battle of Hastings (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Battle of Hastings)

Battle of Hastings (engraving)
8636836 Battle of Hastings (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Battle of Hastings)

England before the Norman Conquest (litho)
8661400 England before the Norman Conquest (litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: England before the Norman Conquest)

Before the Battle of Hastings (litho)
8670420 Before the Battle of Hastings (litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Before the Battle of Hastings)

Landing of William of Normandy (colour litho)
8670403 Landing of William of Normandy (colour litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Landing of William of Normandy)

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The Building of the British Empire (colour litho)
8658810 The Building of the British Empire (colour litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Building of the British Empire)

Harold Godwinson, last Anglo-Saxon King of England (litho)
8664142 Harold Godwinson, last Anglo-Saxon King of England (litho) by Chesterman, Hugh (1884-1941); Private Collection; (add.info.: Harold Godwinson, last Anglo-Saxon King of England)

Battle of Hastings, Death of Harold (engraving)
8670401 Battle of Hastings, Death of Harold (engraving) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Battle of Hastings, Death of Harold)

King Harold II of England at the Battle of Hastings
2911193 King Harold II of England at the Battle of Hastings; (add.info.: King Harold II of England at the Battle of Hastings 1066.); Universal History Archive/UIG.

The coronation of William I after his conquest of England, 1066 - Coronation of William I after his conquest of
NWI4944943 The coronation of William I after his conquest of England, 1066 - Coronation of William I after his conquest of England, 1066

The death of Harold at the Battle of Hastings, 1066, (1944). Creator: Unknown
The death of Harold at the Battle of Hastings, 1066, (1944). The Latin reads: Harold Rex Interfectus Est - King Harold is killed

Battle of Hastings - death of Harold II (engraving)
3783267 Battle of Hastings - death of Harold II (engraving); (add.info.: Battle of Hastings - death of Harold II (Harold Godwinson), 14 October 1066

The Norman cavalry attacks the English shield-wall and battle is joined, 1070 (wool embroidery on linen)
XCF115624 The Norman cavalry attacks the English shield-wall and battle is joined, 1070 (wool embroidery on linen) by English School, (11th century); Musee de la Tapisserie, Bayeux

The Death of Harold, 1902. Death of King Harold, Battle of Hastings, 1066 (1864). Harold II (c1022-1066) was nominated as his successor as King of Angles and Saxons by Edward the Confessor

Hereward The Wake At Ely, 1902. Artist: Patten Wilson
Hereward The Wake At Ely, 1902. Hereward the Wake, Anglo-Saxon rebel, attacking Peterborough Abbey, 1070 (early 20th century)

The Body of Harold brought before William the Conqueror, 1844-61 (oil on canvas)
MAN62927 The Body of Harold brought before William the Conqueror, 1844-61 (oil on canvas) by Brown, Ford Madox (1821-93); 105x123.1 cm; Manchester Art Gallery

Chain mail armour of the 11th Century, Anglo saxon king
Vintage illustration of Chain mail armour of the 11th Century, Anglo saxon king and Normans

William, Duke of Normandy, from Bayeux tapestry
Vintage illustration of William, Duke of Normandy, from Bayeux tapestry

The Bayeux tapestry: Harold swears his oath to William
Illustration of The Bayeux tapestry: Harold swears his oath to William

Ships of William the Conqueror
"Vintage engraving from the Bayeux Tapestry showing the Ships of William the Conqueror, in 1066"

Two scenes from the Bayeux Tapestry. The Tapestry is actually an embroidered length of cloth rather than a tapestry and measures around 70 metres

Bayeux Tapestry - Edward the Confessor
"Vintage engraving showing a detail of the Bayeux Tapestry, Edward's instructions to Harold"

Bayeux Tapestry - Harold's Oath
"Vintage engraving showing a detail of the Bayeux Tapestry, Harold's Oath of Fealty to William of Normandy"

Bayeux Tapestry - Battle of Hastings
"Vintage engraving showing a detail of the Bayeux Tapestry, the Battle of Hastings and the Death of King Harold."

Bayeux Tapestry - Coronation of King Harold
"Vintage engraving showing a detail of the Bayeux Tapestry, showing the Coronation of King Harold"

Coronation of William the Conqueror
Vintage illustration of Coronation of William the Conqueror, after the painting by John Cross, 1861, 19th Century

Building the ships for the Norman invasion of England by William the Conqueror, 1066, after the Bayeux Tapestry
6867323 Building the ships for the Norman invasion of England by William the Conqueror, 1066, after the Bayeux Tapestry, illustration from Everyday Life in Anglo-Saxon, Viking and Norman Times

Battle of Hastings, 14 October 1066 (chromolitho)
543270 Battle of Hastings, 14 October 1066 (chromolitho) by English School, (19th century); Universal History Archive/UIG

Harold's ships are blown to the territory of Count Guy of Ponthieu, Bayeux Tapestry (wool embroidery on linen)
XIR183103 Harold's ships are blown to the territory of Count Guy of Ponthieu, Bayeux Tapestry (wool embroidery on linen) by English School, (11th century); Musee de la Tapisserie, Bayeux

William 1st conqueror during the assault and capture of Mantis, July 1087
PCT4264724 William 1st conqueror during the assault and capture of Mantis, July 1087. William (also known as the Batard 1027-1087) was Duke of Normandy and King of England from 1066 until his death

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

Harold rides to Bosham church to pray before leaving for Normandy, Bayeux Tapestry (wool embroidery on linen)
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

William the Conqueror and his Navy, going to England, illustration from Le costume ancien ou moderne, by J
1807109 William the Conqueror and his Navy, going to England, illustration from Le costume ancien ou moderne, by J. Ferrario, Milan, c.1820 (colour engraving) by Italian School

Duke Conan of Brittany offers William the keys of Dinan and William honours Harold
XIR157769 Duke Conan of Brittany offers William the keys of Dinan and William honours Harold, Bayeux Tapestry (wool embroidery on linen) by English School, (11th century); Musee de la Tapisserie

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

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"The Norman Conquest: A Tapestry of Power and Change" Step back in time to the year 1066, a pivotal moment in history when the course of England was forever altered. The Bayeux Tapestry, a remarkable work of art that vividly portrays the events surrounding the Norman Conquest, serves as our window into this transformative period. As we examine the intricate threads woven into this tapestry, we are transported to Normandy, France, where William the Conqueror meticulously planned his invasion. With a map of England before us, we trace his path across the English Channel towards victory. The Bayeux Tapestry itself stands as an enduring testament to this conquest. Its delicate stitches depict scenes from battlefields and royal courts alike - King William's seal capturing his regal presence while Harold II's portrait reveals him as the last Anglo-Saxon king. One cannot help but be captivated by moments frozen in time on this ancient fabric. The death of Harold at Hastings is etched with haunting detail; an unknown artist masterfully captures both triumph and tragedy within brushstrokes. And then there is that poignant scene where Harold's lifeless body is brought before William - a powerful reminder of how power can shift so dramatically. Amidst these depictions emerge glimpses into medieval life - chain mail armor worn by Anglo-Saxon kings reminding us of their valorous struggles against foreign invaders. We see William himself depicted on horseback in full regalia, commanding respect and loyalty from those who swore allegiance to him. But perhaps one image encapsulates it all: Harold swearing his oath to William. In that single frame lies not only a pledge between two men but also an entire nation hanging precariously in balance. The Norman Conquest forever changed England's destiny - its impact reverberating through centuries even today. It reshaped politics, language, culture – leaving an indelible mark upon history.