Question

The Bayeux Tapestry is the conqueror’s version of history. It is a narrative that includes the battle sequences as well as the preparations for war. It is said that this is the most Roman of all Romanesque artworks. Which of the following supports this contention?
a. It has often been likened to the column of Trajan.
b. It has often been likened to the frieze from the Arch of Constantine.
c. It has often been likened to the panels from the Arch of Titus.
d. It has often been likened to the column of Marcus Aurelius.

Answer 1

Answer:

It has often been likened to the panels from the Arch of Titus.

Explanation:

The Bayeux Tapestry measuring twenty inches high and almost 230 feet in length commemorates a struggle for the throne of England between William, the Duke of Normandy, and Harold, the Earl of Wessex (Normandy region in Northern France).

In the year 1066 - William invaded and successfully conquered England becoming the first Norman King of England (also known as William the conqueror). The Bayeux Tapestry has survived over nine centuries.

It is likened to the Arch of the Panels Titus that symbolizes the Roman Triumph of an an ancient martial tradition. The Artists of the Arch of Titus depicts Titus in triumph returning from Rome following his capture of Jerusalem.

Answer 2

Answer: B. It is often likened to the frieze from the Arch of Constantine

Explanation: The Bayeux tapestry is one of the Norman Romanesque supreme achievements. Its survival almost intact over nine centuries was little short of miraculous. Its exceptional length, the harmony and freshness of its colours, its exquisite workmanship, and the genius of its guiding spirit combine to make it more endlessly fascinating.