Panel 57, Bayeux Tapestry

A screenshot of panel 57 of the Bayeux Tapestry. As the battle begins to die down, multiple figures are depicted dead or dying. With few horses remaining, the last of the fighting occurs largely on foot, with axes and spears.

Identifier: SAG479_TEG_001_f
Title: Panel 57, Bayeux Tapestry
Description: A screenshot of panel 57 of the Bayeux Tapestry. As the battle begins to die down, multiple figures are depicted dead or dying. With few horses remaining, the last of the fighting occurs largely on foot, with axes and spears.
Creator: Unknown
Cataloger: Theodore E Gryniewicz
Date: ca. 1050
Time Period: Medieval period
Geographic Location: England
Is Part Of: Official Bayeux Tapestry digital representation
Collection: The Bayeux Tapestry museum
Type: Tapestry
Medium: Wool embroidery on a linen canvas
Subject: war horses; battle-axes; spears (weapons)