Was Count Eustace II of Boulogne the patron of the Bayeux Tapestry?
Andrew Bridgeford
The orthodox account of the Bayeux Tapestry takes Bishop Odo to have been its probable patron. This article argues that a very feasible alternative candidate for Tapestry's patron is Count Eustace II Boulogne. traditional theory fails explain prominence in Tapestry, given that, with English support, he launched an attack on Odo's castle at Dover 1067 and close kinsman his (his nepos) was captured by men. relationship between Odo, post-1067, seen as key understanding origin. It suggested commissioned gift it formed part process their reconciliation. thesis examined context relatively sympathetic attitude Harold probability design manufacture. minor characters Wadard Vital are identified conjecturally knights who defended against Anglo–Boulonn...
Journal of Medieval History