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Rime of the Ancient Mariner - in crimson colors came
Vintage engraving by Gustave Dore of a scene from the Rime of the Ancient Mariner, Full many shapes, that shadows were, in crimson colors came.. The Rime of the Ancient Mariner is the longest major poem by the English poet Samuel Taylor Coleridge. It relates the experiences of a sailor who has returned from a long sea voyage. The mariner stops a man who is on the way to a wedding ceremony and begins to narrate a story. 1882
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This vintage engraving by Gustave Dore captures a scene from Samuel Taylor Coleridge's epic poem, "Rime of the Ancient Mariner". In this crimson-colored print, we are transported to a world where shadows take on many eerie shapes. The mariner, having returned from a long and treacherous sea voyage, encounters a man on his way to a wedding ceremony. Unable to contain his haunting experiences any longer, the mariner begins to narrate his harrowing tale. The image itself is an exquisite example of 19th-century style engraving, with intricate details that bring the story to life. It portrays the struggles faced by the mariner and his crew as they navigate through supernatural encounters and face their own inner demons. The print evokes feelings of hopelessness and despair while also hinting at themes of superstition and fate. The old-fashioned aesthetic adds depth to the narrative, transporting us back in time to witness this cursed sailor's journey firsthand. As we gaze upon this artwork, we can't help but be drawn into the rich history and symbolism it represents. It serves as both a reminder of our past and an exploration of timeless human emotions – fear, regret, redemption – all intricately woven together in Coleridge's poetic masterpiece.
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