Super User Omeka MetsExport Plugin The software used to generate this document is called Omeka MetsExport, which operates as a plugin for Omeka. Documentation can be found at http://github/MetsExport/ The Bayeux Tapestry, France Movable Cultural Heritage The Bayeux Tapestry is an iconic historical artifact that vividly narrates the events leading up to the Norman Conquest of England in 1066. Despite its name, the tapestry was likely created in England shortly after the conquest, possibly in Canterbury. It measures approximately 70 meters long and is embroidered on linen cloth in colored wool yarns. The tapestry depicts scenes of battles, coronations, and daily life, providing valuable insights into the political and cultural dynamics of the time. Its intricate detail and skilled craftsmanship make it a masterpiece of medieval art. Although the tapestry's precise origins and purpose remain subject to debate among scholars, it is widely believed to have been commissioned by Bishop Odo of Bayeux, half-brother to William the Conqueror, or by William's wife, Queen Matilda. Today, the Bayeux Tapestry is housed in the Bayeux Museum in Normandy, France, where it attracts thousands of visitors annually. It serves as a crucial historical record, offering a unique glimpse into the medieval period and the Norman Conquest, and continues to inspire fascination and study among historians, artists, and enthusiasts worldwide. Unknown 11th century AD (estimated) hp69@st-andrews.ac.uk English Physical Object 942 28/03/2024 "The Bayeux Tapestry: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Bayeux_Tapestry" cm x cm x cm Bayeux Museum, Bayeux, France (https://www.bayeuxmuseum.com/en/the-bayeux-tapestry/) current,49.2708° N,0.7031° W; 1920 Linen canvas embroidered with wool thread TEXT