Michael Linton's Bayeux Tapestry: 1066 - A Medieval Mosaic and Puzzles
Medieval Mosaic
The Medieval Mosaic Exhibition Information
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The Medieval Mosaic has been on exhibition at Science Alive in Christchurch from July 1st. to 22nd October 2005. This is the first time the mosaic has been on exhibition outside of Geraldine, but we hope that it will go on exhibition at other centres in the future. The mosaic is easily moved and transported but does require a fairly large display area. If you have an interest in seeing the mosaic exhibited in your own town or district, please do not hesitate to contact us.
In its current location Michael gives an in-depth tour of the mosaic, explaining the method of construction, history of the original tapestry, the 'Finale Section', the story as told by the mosaic and the encoded puzzles. A number of Michael's puzzle creations are also on permanent display and sale at the Giant Jersey in Geraldine.
| The Giant Jersey | from 23-10-2005 |
The medieval mosaic returned home to Geraldine at the end of October 2005 after completing a successful 4 month exhibition at Science Alive in Christchurch. The Mosaic is open to the public 9 till 5 week days and 10 till 4 at the weekends. Michael is on hand most days to explain about the mosaic and its history.
Read Full Article...| Science Alive! | from 02-07-2005 to 22-10-2005 |
This was the first time the Mosaic was displayed to the public end-to-end. Taking up over 42 metres of wall space this was the first exhibition to be held in the newly constructed gallery at the Science Alive venue. To complement the display a number of Michael's puzzles were constructed for the public to play with, as well as computer displays of the CD-Rom of the mosaic and some of the puzzles. A teachers resource kit was made available and other programs relating to the medieval era were run in conjunction with the display.
Read Full Article...| The Giant Jersey | from 22-01-2005 to 30-06-2005 |
On the 22nd January 2005 the Grand Opening of the "Finale Section" was launched. After 5 years of study, research construction and painting by Michael and his daughter Rachael, the "Finale Section" was finally ready to go on display. The launch date conveniently coincided with Michael's birthday and over 100 guests attended the unveiling. The now complete Bayeux Tapestry Mosaic was displayed for the first time in all its glory.
Read Full Article...| The Giant Jersey | from 01-09-2001 to 21-01-2005 |
Yes, it is finally complete and on display in Michael and Gillian Linton's knitwear shop in Geraldine, New Zealand. The mosaic went up onto the wall at the beginning of August after nearly 2 years of deliberation as to how to mount and display the mosaic.
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