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SAINT PATRICKs HORN. The legend of an Irish beggar who carried around Saint Patrick s
SAINT PATRICKs HORN.
The legend of an Irish beggar who carried around Saint Patricks horn as a relic and let people kiss it for good luck, but not blow it. A priest took the horn and blew it and was struck with paralysis. Line drawing after a 13th century British manuscript illumination
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Media ID 12412132
13th Century Beggar Blow Catholic Horn Illumination Legend Patrick Priest Relic Robe Saint Paralysis
20"x20" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Discover the captivating allure of our Saint Patrick's Horn Fine Art Print from Granger Art on Demand. This exquisite piece tells the enchanting tale of an Irish beggar who carried the saint's horn as a sacred relic, allowing the faithful to kiss it for good fortune. Let the legend of Saint Patrick's Horn bring a touch of ancient Irish folklore into your home or office. Our high-quality fine art prints are meticulously crafted using premium materials, ensuring vibrant colors and stunning detail that will last a lifetime. Elevate your space with this unique and captivating work of art.
20x20 image printed on 26x26 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.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 50.8cm x 50.8cm (20" x 20")
Estimated Product Size is 66cm x 66cm (26" x 26")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) or portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This print titled "Saint Patrick's Horn" takes us back to the medieval times, where legends and relics held immense power. The image depicts a scene from an Irish legend about an impoverished beggar who carried around Saint Patrick's horn as a sacred relic. It was believed that kissing the horn would bring good luck to those seeking blessings. However, blowing it was strictly forbidden. Intriguingly, a courageous priest dared to defy this prohibition and decided to blow into the ancient artifact. Little did he know that his audacity would have dire consequences. As soon as his breath touched the horn, he was struck with paralysis, forever paying for his disobedience. The line drawing featured in this print is based on a 13th-century British manuscript illumination, showcasing the exquisite artistry of that era. The men depicted wear traditional medieval robes, transporting us further into this enchanting historical narrative. Granger Art on Demand has captured not only the visual beauty of this artwork but also its rich cultural significance. This piece serves as a reminder of how deeply rooted faith and superstition were in medieval Catholicism and how legends like these shaped people's beliefs.
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