The medieval Bayeux Tapestry suffered no visible damage during its journey to London for an exhibition after leaving France for the first time in over 900 years, a French culture ministry official has told AFP.
“I can confirm that there has been no visible alteration and that the tapestry has travelled well,” said Delphine Christophe, director general for heritage and architecture, who is currently at the British Museum in London.
Depicting the 1066 Battle of Hastings and the invasion by William the Conqueror’s Norman army, it is widely thought to have been made in England before being transferred to Bayeux in France.
It is believed to be the first time the fragile, 68-metre embroidered tapestry has left France since then, and the first time it has been moved in more than 40 years.
It will be displayed at the British Museum from September 10th, 2026, to July 11th, 2027, with tens of thousands of tickets already sold.
