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Chaucers Cook
The cook from the Ellesmere manuscript, an early 15th century manuscript of Geoffrey Chaucers Canterbury Tales. He is holding a hat in one hand and a meathook in the other. (Photo by Hulton Archive/Getty Images)
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Hulton Archive
Media ID 11795370
© 2008 Getty Images
20"x16" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Step into the captivating world of the Middle Ages with our exquisite Chaucers Cook fine art print from the Hulton Archive, available at Media Storehouse. This striking image from the early 15th century Ellesmere manuscript brings the tale of Geoffrey Chaucer's Canterbury Tales to life. Witness the cook, a character of great intrigue, as he holds a hat in one hand and a meathook in the other, embodying the essence of medieval culinary craftsmanship. Adorn your walls with this masterpiece and transport yourself back in time, adding an air of history and charm to any space.
20x16 image printed on 26x22 Fine Art Rag Paper with 3" (76mm) white border. Our Fine Art Prints are printed on 300gsm 100% acid free, PH neutral paper with archival properties. This printing method is used by museums and art collections to exhibit photographs and art reproductions.
Our fine art prints are high-quality prints made using a paper called Photo Rag. This 100% cotton rag fibre paper is known for its exceptional image sharpness, rich colors, and high level of detail, making it a popular choice for professional photographers and artists. Photo rag paper is our clear recommendation for a fine art paper print. If you can afford to spend more on a higher quality paper, then Photo Rag is our clear recommendation for a fine art paper print.
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 40.6cm x 50.8cm (16" x 20")
Estimated Product Size is 55.9cm x 66cm (22" x 26")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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In this print from the Fine Art Storehouse, we are transported back in time to the early 15th century as we encounter Chaucer's Cook. This intriguing character, depicted in the Ellesmere manuscript of Geoffrey Chaucer's Canterbury Tales, holds our gaze with a sense of mystery and curiosity. With one hand clutching a hat and the other firmly gripping a meathook, the Cook exudes an air of duality. His weathered face tells tales of countless meals prepared over open fires and shared among travelers on their pilgrimage. The hat he holds suggests his position within society, perhaps indicating his role as a trusted servant or even a chef for nobility. The juxtaposition between these two objects raises questions about this enigmatic figure. Is he merely preparing to don his hat after finishing some culinary task? Or does the meathook symbolize something more sinister lurking beneath his jovial exterior? As we delve into Chaucer's vivid storytelling world through this photograph, we find ourselves captivated by both its historical significance and artistic beauty. The intricate details captured by Hulton Archive bring us closer to understanding not only Chaucer's literary masterpiece but also the lives and personalities of those who inspired it. This print serves as a timeless reminder that art has the power to transport us across centuries, allowing us to connect with characters long gone yet forever immortalized in literature and visual representation.
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