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Seventy meters long and 0.5 meters wide embroidered clothes that clone the traditional tapestry are called the Bayeux tapestries. The tapestry depicts chronological events that lead to the Norman conquest of England as well as the invasion and is exhibited in special museum located at Bayeux, Normandy that has caused it to be named as such. Many researchers believe that it was the creation of Bishop Odo, half brother of William the Conqueror some alternative theories also exist.

Usually these tapestries are embroidered hangings reflecting the art of medieval periods, Belgian Tapestry is made of wool yarn placed on a tabby woven linen base. Two methods of stitching are used for creating the tapestry. One of them is outline or stem stitch for the purpose of letterings as well as the outlines of the figures. The other method is couching or laid work that is used to fill out the figures. Linen is assembled in panels and then patched on numerous places.

Multiple color tones are available for the Bayeux products. Terracotta or russet, blue or olive green, faded gold, blue containing hints of dark blue as well as sage green. Sometimes brighter colors like yellow, orange, and deep green are also used.

In any case, whether contrasting color or uniform colors are used to make the tapestries they can make excellent items for decorating the household with their embroidered features blending history with the contemporary in the most artistic manner possible.

Tags: Belgian Tapestry, European Tapestry, Oil Paintings, Tapestries, Tapestry, Wall Hangings