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The Bayeux Tapestry, created c.1066, is a 230 foot long embroidery that tells the story of the conquest of England by William, Duke of Normandy. The portion of the Tapestry chosen for the weathervane figure is scene 17:”Here they crossed the river Couesnon. Here Duke Harold pulled them out of the sand.” Interestingly, the tapestry is also famous for depicting a workman attaching a weathercock to the roof of Westminster Abbey.

I am starting the weathervane with the horse figure. I will cut each piece of this heavily detailed vane by hand from pure copper sheet.

I start by tapping in some details from the outer side of each piece.

I textured each side then formed the copper into the horse’s shape. Once the two sides were soldered together, I repeated the process for the extra front and rear legs then attached them.

The upper half of the soldier riding horseback.

I’ve made a soldiers legs, the saddle, one of the shields, and another soldier.

All the main figures are made. Next will be the smaller parts.

The figure is complete along with an added Tail fin that I’ve decided is necessary for the figure to turn easily in the wind. Primer, gold leaf, and paint is next.

The figures are now painted and ready for clear coat.

The completed Bayeux Tapestry Weathervane figure.