Pastrana Tapestries

The Pastrana Tapestries (Portuguese: Tapeçarias de Pastrana) are four large tapestries commissioned by king Afonso V of Portugal to celebrate the successful conquest of the Moroccan cities of Asilah and Tangier by the Portuguese in 1471. Each measures about 11 by 4 meters (36 by 12 feet), and are made of wool and silk. The tapestries depict four episodes regarding the conquest of Asilah and Tangier: * The Landing at Asilah * The Siege of Asilah * The Storming of Asilah * The Capture of Tangier

Pastrana Tapestries

The Pastrana Tapestries (Portuguese: Tapeçarias de Pastrana) are four large tapestries commissioned by king Afonso V of Portugal to celebrate the successful conquest of the Moroccan cities of Asilah and Tangier by the Portuguese in 1471. Each measures about 11 by 4 meters (36 by 12 feet), and are made of wool and silk. The tapestries depict four episodes regarding the conquest of Asilah and Tangier: * The Landing at Asilah * The Siege of Asilah * The Storming of Asilah * The Capture of Tangier