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This series is based on images from the Bayeux Tapestry - which is not actually a tapestry, but a piece of embroidery an astonishing  230 feet long. It chronicles the Norman invasion of England, and is one of the few pieces of secular art from this period (10th century). It represents a melding of many different artistic styles. You can see the tapestry here. See if you can find these trees!

I liked the Saxon influenced interlacing of the trees - in contrast to Irish knotwork, it is generally non-symmetrical. It does however have a great deal of movement which I have attempted to emphasise with my enamel treatment.

I have chosen to depict the four seasons as they represent the important cycle that ruled people's lives in agrarian times, and because it gave me scope for playing with colour.

Inspiration artifact (details from the Bayeux Tapestry)

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The whole set can be ordered for US$1500
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Champleve enamel Autumn tree with cloisonne and foil details
FALL 

Price: US$450
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Champleve enamel winter tree with cloisonne and foil details
WINTER

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Champleve enamel spring tree with cloisonne and foil details
SPRING

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Champleve enamel summer tree with cloisonne and foil details
SUMMER

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Catherine Crowe