Harold and William Bayeux French Wall Tapestry Dark Tones He was born in Amsterdam

He was born in Amsterdam and was known as one of the most prominent Dutch flower painters

To her left is a low bench with bags of coins on it

The monkey is at her feet

This was typical in medieval times and was meant to assure that the knight returns alive and well

This tapestry recalls the warlike spirit of jousts with colorful heraldic banners

Harold and William Bayeux French Wall Tapestry Dark Tones He was born in AmsterdamThis is a brand new reproduction of the vintage Bayeux Tapestry. The remarkable embroidery of the late 11th century is now exhibited at Bayeux, Normandy. Over 220 feet long it depicts the events leading up to the Battle of Hastings in 1066 when Duke William of Normandy was victorious over King Harold of Saxon England.