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Bayeaux Illuminated Oath

Name: Bayeaux Illuminated Oath
Brand: Art-Kingdom store
Price: 2950.00 GBP
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Oath depicts the moment that Harold Godwinson, then Earl of Wessex and an English nobleman, swore a sacred oath to support William, Duke of Normandy’s claim to the English throne. Harold is seen in the centre, making his binding promise as he rests his hands upon two holy relics. This was considered an unbreakable oath in medieval law. William sits upon his throne overlooking Harold from a position of power. Holding a sword or a staff in his hand, he compels Harold to swear his fealty. The Latin inscription above the scene reads ‘Harold sacramentum fecit hic Harold Willelmo duci’ (‘Here Harold swore an oath to Duke William’). This moment in the Tapestry marks a dramatic turning point in the narrative, as Harold will later break his oath.

CORONATION

Following the oath that he swore in Bayeux, Normandy, Harold returns to England where he is at the aging King Edward’s bedside as he passes away. It is thought that Edward’s final action was to bequeath the English crown to Harold, who willingly accepted, and was coronated the very next day on 6th January 1066. Coronation depicts this moment, as Harold sits on his throne wearing the royal crown and holding an orb and a sceptre, symbols of Christian rule and royal authority.The new King’s loyal subjects offer him praise from the edges of the scene.

WHAT'S INCLUDED

Sold as a set of 6 individual signed prints in a custom portfolio case with complimentary catalogue.

Including: Hastings, Coronation, Oath, William, Harold & Comet.

Canson Mulin Du Roy 310gsm, 500mm x 330mm full bleed print

Unframed.

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