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Dominant buildings in stone in the period usually belonged to the kings, and they had a limited but significant amount of decoration. These patterns were meaningful to those who appreciated the code. The patterns showed that the kings claimed the earthly power next under God.
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Why is it important?
Reading the patterns tells us more about these kings, their motivation and their claims to power.
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This page is a summary of: EXTERIOR DECORATION AT SITES BELONGING TO THE NORMAN KINGS, The Antiquaries Journal, September 2022, Cambridge University Press,
DOI: 10.1017/s0003581522000099.
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