Tapecarias_de_pastrana Direct

: While woven in Flanders, the cartoons (preparatory designs) are attributed to Portuguese court painter Nuno Gonçalves . The Four Narratives

The (Portuguese: Tapeçarias de Pastrana ) are a monumental set of four 15th-century Flemish tapestries that stand as some of the most significant works of military art in existence. Commissioned by King Afonso V of Portugal (r. 1438–1481), they commemorate his successful military campaigns in North Africa, specifically the 1471 conquest of the Moroccan cities of Asilah and Tangier . Historical Context and Commission

The tapestries are a "treasure trove" for historians, offering high-fidelity depictions of : tapecarias_de_pastrana

: Woven in the workshop of Pasquier Grenier in Tournai, Belgium, between 1471 and 1475.

: They feature detailed representations of full plate armor, brigandines, and the adarga (a heart-shaped shield adopted from Moorish cavalry). : While woven in Flanders, the cartoons (preparatory

: Depicts the arrival of the Portuguese fleet and King Afonso V alongside his son, Prince João II.

: Shows the static field and troop movements as the Portuguese forces encircle the city walls. : Depicts the arrival of the Portuguese fleet

: Commemorates the surrender of Tangier, which occurred without a direct battle after the citizens fled upon hearing of Asilah's fall. Artistic and Military Significance