Tapestry, a form of woven art in colorful patterns and images on textiles, wool, linen or cotton, which also include silk, gold, silver and other metals, are known to have been used since the Hellenistic times. Samples of Greek tapestry dating from the 3rd century BC have been found well preserved. The tapestry weaving saw its resurgence in Europe, in the early 14th century AD. The tapestry weaving was developed in Germany and Switzerland during the period and then spread to France and the Netherlands. In the 14th and 15th centuries, Arras, France, a thriving textile town then, produced high quality tapestries. In 16th century, Flanders tapestries were very popular. Flemish tapestries were famous in the 17th century. Today tapestries of different patterns, styles and designs are produced all across the world.
The Bayeux tapestry, named after the French town of Bayeux, is a special kind of tapestry depicting the events leading up to the conquest of England by Duke William of Normandy and the Battle of Hastings in 1066. The Bayeux tapestry gives vivid images of the two combatants -- the Anglo-Saxon English, led by Harold Godwinson, and the Normans, led by William the Conqueror. Measuring (50 cm by 70 m) 20 inches by 230 feet, the Bayeux tapestries present a unique visual document of medieval arms, apparel, and other objects. Some original Bayeux Tapestries have been preserved in museums at Bayeux. Now many replicas of the original Bayeux tapestry have been made with the same images and original sewing technique and natural plant-dyed yarn. Now Bayeux tapestries are woven in different materials.
The Bayeux tapestry is different from other modern and traditional home décor items. They can beautify your home and office. These unique, vibrant, warming and elegant tapestries can be hung on the walls of your dining hall, bed room, sitting rooms and kitchen. They will add a unique style to your decoration. The Bayeux tapestry is now available in different designs and colors in the market.
You can also find other European and medieval tapestries with different themes and subjects such as flower, religious, romance, cityscapes, peaceful coastal sceneries and fantasy art. These tapestries are available under different categories like Unicorn tapestries, Renaissance, Raphael, Verdure, François Boucher, Aubusson, Chenille Tapestries, Oriental tapestries, William Morris, Arts and Crafts, Royal Hunt Scenes, Beatrix Potter and Cicely Mary Parker.
Crofteuropeantapestries specializes in the sale of fine European wall hanging tapestries and also has on offer a fine selection of North American tapestries. It also sells tapestry cushion covers, throws, table runners, handbags and bell pulls. It has over 1500 tapestry items for sale. Log on to crofteuropeantapestries.co.uk to see their entire collection of unique tapestries and for more information on the Bayeux tapestry.
