A vintage 1960 illustrated fold-out booklet depicting the Bayeux Tapestry, the legendary 11th-century embroidery chronicling the Norman Conquest of England. Features the famous scenes attributed to Queen Matilda and her ladies. A beautiful piece for medieval history enthusiasts and collectors of historical ephemera.
| Subject | Bayeux Tapestry |
| Year Published | 1960 |
| Format | Fold-Out Illustrated Booklet |
| Theme | Medieval History, Norman Conquest, 1066 |
| Condition | Pre-owned. Please refer to photos for full condition details. Some wear on edges, etc. Writing on cover, interior pages, and fold-out sections all shown. What you see in the photos is exactly what you receive. |
The Bayeux Tapestry is one of the most important surviving medieval artifacts, depicting the events leading up to the Battle of Hastings in 1066. Long attributed to Queen Matilda, wife of William the Conqueror, it stretches nearly 70 meters and contains 75 scenes. Fold-out reproductions like this 1960 edition were produced for museums and educational use and are now collectible as period ephemera in their own right.
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