The Conqueror Collection

William, Duke of Normandy rides to welcome Harold, Bayeux Tapestry (wool embroidery on linen)
XIR183115 William, Duke of Normandy rides to welcome Harold, Bayeux Tapestry (wool embroidery on linen) by English School, (11th century); Musee de la Tapisserie, Bayeux

Armed riders from Duke William arrive to escort Harold to him, Bayeux Tapestry (wool embroidery on linen)
XIR183111 Armed riders from Duke William arrive to escort Harold to him, Bayeux Tapestry (wool embroidery on linen) by English School, (11th century); Musee de la Tapisserie, Bayeux

Count Guy leads Harold to William, Duke of Normandy, Bayeux Tapestry (wool embroidery on linen)
XIR183114 Count Guy leads Harold to William, Duke of Normandy, Bayeux Tapestry (wool embroidery on linen) by English School, (11th century); Musee de la Tapisserie, Bayeux

Duke William's messangers arrive at Beaurain Castle, Bayeux Tapestry (wool embroidery on linen)
XIR183110 Duke William's messangers arrive at Beaurain Castle, Bayeux Tapestry (wool embroidery on linen) by English School, (11th century); Musee de la Tapisserie, Bayeux

Aelfgyva with a priest, Bayeux Tapestry (wool embroidery on linen)
XIR183118 Aelfgyva with a priest, Bayeux Tapestry (wool embroidery on linen) by English School, (11th century); Musee de la Tapisserie, Bayeux

William leads his army against Duke Conan of Brittany, Bayeux Tapestry (wool embroidery on linen)
XIR183119 William leads his army against Duke Conan of Brittany, Bayeux Tapestry (wool embroidery on linen) by English School, (11th century); Musee de la Tapisserie, Bayeux

Harold addresses William in the Great Hall of his castle in Rouen, Bayeux Tapestry (wool embroidery on linen)
XIR183117 Harold addresses William in the Great Hall of his castle in Rouen, Bayeux Tapestry (wool embroidery on linen) by English School, (11th century); Musee de la Tapisserie, Bayeux

Earl Harold is led by Count Guy to William, Duke of Normandy, Bayeux Tapestry (wool embroidery on linen)
XIR183113 Earl Harold is led by Count Guy to William, Duke of Normandy, Bayeux Tapestry (wool embroidery on linen) by English School, (11th century); Musee de la Tapisserie, Bayeux

Duke William's envoys come to find Count Guy, Bayeux Tapestry (wool embroidery on linen)
XIR183109 Duke William's envoys come to find Count Guy, Bayeux Tapestry (wool embroidery on linen) by English School, (11th century); Musee de la Tapisserie, Bayeux

William honours Harold and they ride to Bayeux together, Bayeux Tapestry (wool embroidery on linen)
XIR183121 William honours Harold and they ride to Bayeux together, Bayeux Tapestry (wool embroidery on linen) by English School, (11th century); Musee de la Tapisserie, Bayeux

Duke William's envoys come to Count Guy de Ponthieu, Bayeux Tapestry (wool embroidery on linen)
XIR183108 Duke William's envoys come to Count Guy de Ponthieu, Bayeux Tapestry (wool embroidery on linen) by English School, (11th century); Musee de la Tapisserie, Bayeux

Envoys from Duke William are Sent to Count Guy of Ponthieu, Bayeux Tapestry (wool embroidery on linen)
XIR162169 Envoys from Duke William are Sent to Count Guy of Ponthieu, Bayeux Tapestry (wool embroidery on linen) by English School, (11th century); Musee de la Tapisserie, Bayeux

Count Guy takes Earl Harold to William, Duke of Normandy, Bayeux Tapestry (wool embroidery on linen)
XIR183112 Count Guy takes Earl Harold to William, Duke of Normandy, Bayeux Tapestry (wool embroidery on linen) by English School, (11th century); Musee de la Tapisserie, Bayeux

Harold is taken by William to his castle at Rouen, Bayeux Tapestry (wool embroidery on linen)
XIR183116 Harold is taken by William to his castle at Rouen, Bayeux Tapestry (wool embroidery on linen) by English School, (11th century); Musee de la Tapisserie, Bayeux

The Norman army ride into battle against the army of the English, Bayeux Tapestry (wool embroidery on linen)
XIR183143 The Norman army ride into battle against the army of the English, Bayeux Tapestry (wool embroidery on linen) by Unknown Artist, (11th century); Musee de la Tapisserie, Bayeux

Jaime I of Aragon, the Conqueror, outside Valencia
LLM461839 Jaime I of Aragon, the Conqueror, outside Valencia by Spanish School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Jaime I of Aragon, the Conqueror, outside Valencia)

Duke William exhorts his troops to prepare themselves manfully
XIR183142 Duke William exhorts his troops to prepare themselves manfully and prudently for the battle against the English army, Bayeux Tapestry (wool embroidery on linen) by Unknown Artist

Duke William asks Vital if he has seen Harolds army
XIR183714 Duke William asks Vital if he has seen Harolds army, Bayeux Tapestry (wool embroidery on linen) by Unknown Artist, (11th century); Musee de la Tapisserie, Bayeux

Bayeux tapestry, known as Embroidery of Queen Mathilde, 1077 (tapestry)
XIR183136 Bayeux tapestry, known as Embroidery of Queen Mathilde, 1077 (tapestry) by Unknown Artist, (11th century); Musee de la Tapisserie, Bayeux

William (1027-87) granting a charter to the City of London
IL254259 William (1027-87) granting a charter to the City of London, illustration from Hutchinsons Story of the British Nation (colour litho) by Lucas

Medallion of Mehmed II, from Geschichte der Byzantiner und des Osmanisches
XJF311241 Medallion of Mehmed II, from Geschichte der Byzantiner und des Osmanisches Reiches by G.S. Hertzberg, 1883 (litho) by German School, (19th century); Private Collection; German

Norman scouts are sent ahead to watch Harolds movements
XIR183140 Norman scouts are sent ahead to watch Harolds movements, Bayeux Tapestry(wool embroidery on linen) by Unknown Artist, (11th century); Musee de la Tapisserie, Bayeux

King William I, The Conqueror (chromolitho)
962850 King William I, The Conqueror (chromolitho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: King William I, The Conqueror)

Spain, Catalonia, Barcelona, James I of Aragon
Spain, Catalonia, Barcelona, Statue in a niche at the entrance to the Town Hall in the Gothic Quarter of James The Conqueror, James I of Aragon, Count of Barcelona

Assembly Pau i Treva held in Tortosa on April 28, 1225 and presided over by King Jaime I The Conqueror surrounded by nobles and ecclesiastics

William I The Conqueror 1027-1087 First Norman King Of England

Mehmed II, Sultan of the Ottoman Empire, on his death bed, from Military
KW478234 Mehmed II, Sultan of the Ottoman Empire, on his death bed, from Military and Religious Life in the Middle Ages by Paul Lacroix, published London c.1880 (litho) by French School

Mehmed II, Ottoman Sultan
Mehmed II (1432-1481), Sultan of the Ottoman Empire. Mehmed is known as the Conqueror for his capture in 1453 of Constantinople (now Istanbul, Turkey)

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"The Conqueror: A Tale of Triumph and Diplomacy" In the vibrant tapestry of history, we witness the remarkable journey of William, Duke of Normandy. Mounted on his noble steed, he rides forth to welcome Harold, a pivotal moment captured in wool embroidery on linen. Armed riders from Duke William's entourage arrive with grandeur and purpose, their mission clear - to escort Harold into the presence of the conquering duke. Count Guy takes charge, leading Harold towards destiny amidst intricate stitches that tell this tale. The arrival of messengers at Beaurain Castle signifies a turning point in this epic saga. The tension builds as Aelfgyva stands beside a priest, her presence hinting at secrets yet to be revealed. Undeterred by challenges along his path, William leads his mighty army against Duke Conan of Brittany. The clash between these formidable forces is depicted with meticulous detail upon the tapestry's surface. Within the Great Hall of Rouen castle, Earl Harold addresses William with respect and admiration. Their meeting sets in motion events that will shape nations for generations to come - an exchange immortalized through delicate threads woven together. Guided by Count Guy once again, Earl Harold approaches William amidst anticipation and trepidation. This encounter holds immense significance as it paves the way for alliances forged through diplomacy and mutual understanding. Duke William's envoys embark on a crucial mission to find Count Guy de Ponthieu - their quest mirroring the intricacies portrayed within each stitch meticulously sewn onto fabric. A momentous occasion unfolds as William honors Harold before embarking on a joint journey towards Bayeux. Bound by shared goals and aspirations for greatness, they ride side by side into an uncertain future depicted vividly within this masterpiece creation. Envoys from Duke William seek out Count Guy once more; their determination evident in every thread woven tightly together upon this magnificent tapestry. Their purpose is clear.