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Rime of the Ancient Mariner - upon the rotting sea
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Rime of the Ancient Mariner - upon the rotting sea
Vintage engraving by Gustave Dore of a scene from the Rime of the Ancient Mariner, I looked upon the rotting sea, and draw my eyes away. 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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Condition Crew Cursed Despair Drawing The Short Straw Fine Art Painting Ghost Ship Gustave Gustave Dore Historical Ship Hopelessness Lake Coleridge Luck Mode Of Transport Navy Paranormal Poetry Problems Rime Sailing Sailing Ship Sailor Samuel Biblical Figure Samuel Taylor Coleridge Stern Styles Superstition Song Title Swear Word Tailor Tall Ship Wave Drawing Art Product Image Created 19th Century Victorian Style
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This vintage engraving by Gustave Dore captures a haunting scene from Samuel Taylor Coleridge's epic poem, "Rime of the Ancient Mariner". The print depicts the moment when the mariner, filled with despair and hopelessness, gazes upon the rotting sea. In this 19th-century style illustration, we see a sailing ship battling treacherous waves as it sails through murky waters. The image evokes a sense of history and superstition, transporting us to an era where sailors faced unimaginable challenges at sea. The crew members on board appear weary and burdened by their cursed fate. As the mariner recounts his tale to a man en route to a wedding ceremony, we are drawn into a world of ancient legends and maritime folklore. Gustave Dore's meticulous woodcut technique brings this story to life with intricate details that showcase his mastery as an artist. The black-and-white composition adds depth and intensity to the scene while capturing the essence of this timeless poem. This print serves as both an artistic masterpiece and a historical artifact, reminding us of humanity's enduring fascination with tales from the past. It invites contemplation on themes such as luck, despair, and our relationship with nature. As we gaze upon this mesmerizing artwork, we cannot help but be transported back in time to experience firsthand the trials faced by those who sailed upon these unforgiving seas.
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