2007, ISBN: 0099450194

[EAN: 9780099450191], Neubuch, [SC: 0.0], [PU: Vintage Publishing Mrz 2007], Neuware - One of Europe's greatest artistic treasures, the Bayeux Tapestry depicts the events leading up to th… Mehr…

[EAN: 9780099450191], Neubuch, [SC: 0.0], [PU: Vintage Publishing Mrz 2007], Neuware - One of Europe's greatest artistic treasures, the Bayeux Tapestry depicts the events leading up to the Battle of Hastings in 1066. For all its fame, its origins and story are complex and somewhat cloudy. Though many assume it was commissioned by Bishop Odo--William's ruthless half-brother--it may also have been financed by Harold's dynamic sister Edith, who was juggling for a place in the new court. In this intriguing study, medieval art historian Carola Hicks investigates the miracle of the tapestry's making--including the unique stitches, dyes, and strange details in the margins--as well as its complicated past. For centuries it lay ignored in Bayeux cathedral until its discovery in the 18th century. It quickly became a symbol of power: townsfolk saved it during the French Revolution, Napoleon displayed it to promote his own conquest, and the Nazis strove to make it their own. Packed with thrilling stories, this history shows how every great work of art has a life of its own. 368 pp. Englisch, Books<

2007, ISBN: 9780099450191

The vivid scenes on the Bayeux Tapestry depict the events leading up to the Battle of Hastings in 1066. It is one of Europe's greatest treasures and its own story is full of drama and sur… Mehr…

The vivid scenes on the Bayeux Tapestry depict the events leading up to the Battle of Hastings in 1066. It is one of Europe's greatest treasures and its own story is full of drama and surprise. Who commissioned the tapestry? Was it Bishop Odo, William's ruthless half-brother? Or Harold's dynamic sister Edith, juggling for a place in the new court? Hicks shows us this world and the miracle of the tapestry's making: the stitches, dyes and strange details in the margins. For centuries it lay ignored in Bayeux cathedral until its 'discovery' in the eighteenth century. It became a symbol of power as well as art: townsfolk saved it during the French Revolution; Napoleon displayed it to promote his own conquest; the Nazis strove to make it their own; and its influence endures today. This marvellous book, packed with thrilling stories, shows how we remake history in every age and how a great work of art has a life of its own. Books Carola Hicks|Paperback|Vintage Publishing|01/03/2007, Vintage Publishing<

2007, ISBN: 9780099450191

Vintage, Paperback, Auflage: Illustrated, 368 Seiten, Publiziert: 2007-03-01T00:00:01Z, Produktgruppe: Buch, Hersteller-Nr.: 9780099450191, 0.62 kg, Verkaufsrang: 1486254, Kleidung & Kost… Mehr…

Vintage, Paperback, Auflage: Illustrated, 368 Seiten, Publiziert: 2007-03-01T00:00:01Z, Produktgruppe: Buch, Hersteller-Nr.: 9780099450191, 0.62 kg, Verkaufsrang: 1486254, Kleidung & Kostüme, Design, Film, Kunst & Kultur, Kategorien, Bücher, Geschichte & Kritik, Themen & Konzepte, Großbritannien, Europa, Geschichte nach Ländern, Politik & Geschichte, Mittelalter, Epochen, Geschichte allgemein, Fremdsprachige Bücher, Featured Categories, Englische Bücher, 7c9a6c79-19ea-4dea-90da-d7d47042d341_2301, 7c9a6c79-19ea-4dea-90da-d7d47042d341_0, Arborist Merchandising Root, acc906d0-2585-4921-a56f-3ff277850936_4901, acc906d0-2585-4921-a56f-3ff277850936_0, Special Features Stores, Taschenbücher, acc906d0-2585-4921-a56f-3ff277850936_4201, Format: Illustriert, Vintage, 2007<