The Bayeux Tapestry, an 11th-century masterpiece and UNESCO-listed artifact, will be removed from display for the first time in four decades to undergo significant conservation efforts. This initiative arises from a 2020 report revealing deterioration such as holes and stains due to inadequate past preservation methods. Scheduled to start this year, the project involves multiple stages, including the removal of an outdated protective backing, logistical testing using a facsimile, and archaeological excavations at the museum site, culminating in a 2027 exhibition space expansion.
For the first time in over 40 years, the Bayeux Tapestry will be removed from its display as part of an ambitious conservation and museum redevelopment project.
The conservation effort is crucial due to the deterioration of the tapestry, revealed by a 2020 condition report, highlighting the need for modern textile preservation standards.
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