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The Battle of Roncevaux
1475–1500, probably Tournai, France
© Victoria and Albert Museum, London, T.95-1962
Created as part of a series devoted to the life of Charlemagne, this tapestry was inspired by the epic poem,
The Song of Roland. It depicts Charlemagne’s nephew, Roland, armed with his sword Durendal,
fighting King Marsile during the Battle of Roncevaux. This celebrated battle occurred in 778 at the
Roncevaux Pass in the Pyrénees, between France and Spain.
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Created: June 6, 2018
