Medieval tapestry and wall hangings

During the Middle Ages tapestries often depicted scenes from everyday life, and at times were used to illustrate stories, fables and myths. There are a number of recurring themes seen in work from the medieval times, including mythical beasts, a preoccupation with sense and perception, glorification of battles and the celebration of great families and dynasties. In addition the decorative elements of medieval wall tapestries often appear time and again, the most distinctive of these being Mille Fleurs.

The selection of medieval tapestries and wall hangings we have reflects the diversity of this art form, and are organized into the following sections:

• The Bayeux Tapestry
  Excerpts from the 11th century Bayeux Tapestry, a massive medieval tapestry commissioned to commemorate the Battle of Hastings.
• Unicorn tapestries
  Popular during the Middle Ages, unicorns often played a central role in medieval wall hangings and art.
• Other medieval tapestry
  All other medieval tapestries and wall hangings.

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