-Color used in a decorative, although unnatural, manner–different parts of a horse are colored variously -Neutral background of unpainted fabric -Flat figures; no shadows
--Tells the story(in Latin) of William the Conqueror’s conquest of England at the Battle of Hastings in 1066. -The story, told from the Norman point of view, emphasizes the treachery of Harold of England, who breaks his vow of loyalty and betrays William by having himself crowned. -More than 600 people, 75 scenes -Fanciful beats on upper and lower registers.
-Uncertainty over how this work was meant to be displayed, perhaps in a Cathedral hung from pillars in the nave or hung in a hall along a wall.
Context
-Technique: -Tapestry is a misnomer; actually, its an embroidery -Probably designed by a man and executed by a women -Commissioned by Bishop Odo, half-brother to William the Conqueror