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Canterbury Tales - The Monk and his Greyhounds
The Monk (with his greyhounds), a character in " The Canterbury Tales", a collection of stories written by Geoffrey Chaucer at the end of the 14th century and told by a group of pilgrims on their way to the shrine of St Thomas a Becket at Canterbury Cathedral, Kent. This series of illustrations is from " Chaucers Canterbury Tales", edited by John Saunders, publ. J.M. Dent & Co, 1889, and are based on those in the Ellesmere Manuscript. (Now in the public domain.)
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Book British Culture Canterbury England Canterbury Tales Characters Circa 14th Century Document Ellesmere Manuscript English Culture Geoffrey Chaucer Gesturing Greyhound Habit Hand Colored Historical Clothing Horse Hunting Journey Kent Line Art Literature Medieval Middle Ages Mode Of Transport Monk Page Paintings Paper Past People Traveling Period Costume Pets Pilgrim Priest Riding Robe The Canterbury Tales Thomas A Becket Traditional Clothing Traditional Culture Painted Image
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Refresh your home decor with a beautiful full photo 16"x16" (40x40cm) cushion, complete with cushion pad insert. Printed on both sides and made from 100% polyester with a zipper on the bottom back edge of the cushion cover. Care Instructions: Warm machine wash, do not bleach, do not tumble dry. Warm iron inside out. Do not dry clean.
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Estimated Product Size is 40cm x 40cm (15.7" x 15.7")
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Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) or portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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This print captures a scene from Geoffrey Chaucer's renowned literary masterpiece, "The Canterbury Tales". The focal point of the image is the Monk, a fascinating character in this collection of stories. Dressed in historical clothing befitting the Middle Ages, he is accompanied by his loyal greyhounds as he embarks on a pilgrimage to Canterbury Cathedral in Kent. The detailed line art and engraved image bring to life the Monk's journey during the 14th century. His habit and robe signify his religious devotion as a priest, while his mode of transport - riding atop a majestic horse - showcases both elegance and practicality. Intriguingly, this illustration also hints at the broader themes explored within "The Canterbury Tales". It alludes to spirituality, religion, and Christian beliefs that were deeply ingrained in medieval society. Moreover, it offers glimpses into English culture during that period through traditional clothing and British customs. With its hand-colored details adding vibrancy to an otherwise ancient paper document, this print serves as a visual time capsule transporting us back centuries ago. It invites us to delve into Chaucer's rich storytelling world where characters like the Monk come alive with their quirks and complexities. Overall, this enchanting artwork not only pays homage to Chaucer's enduring literary legacy but also provides an evocative glimpse into history itself – reminding us of our shared pasts and cultural heritage.
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