Chaucer Collection (page 2)

The Tabard Inn, the night before the pilgrimage to Canterbury (engraving)
607581 The Tabard Inn, the night before the pilgrimage to Canterbury (engraving) by Fairholt, Frederick William (1814-66); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Tabard Inn)

Chaucer, The Canterbury Tales -- Knight and Squire
Chaucer, The Canterbury Tales -- the Knight and the Squire. Date: 14th century

Chaucer, The Canterbury Tales -- Canons Yeomans Tale
Chaucer, The Canterbury Tales -- The Canons Yeomans Tale, a two-part story about alchemists. Showing the Canon announcing his secret to the Priest, the Canon stirring the crucible

Chaucer, The Canterbury Tales -- The Nuns Priests Tale, a mock heroic story about a cockerel named Chanticleer (Chauntecleer), his wife Pertelote, and a wily fox. Date: 1845

Chaucer, The Canterbury Tales -- The Franklins Tale, a romantic story set in Brittany, about a couple, Dorigen and Arveragus, who decide that their marriage will be an equal one

Chaucer, The Canterbury Tales -- The Squires Tale, an unfinished (interrupted) story in the form of an epic romance about Genghis Khan (named here Cambuscan or Cambyuscan)

Chaucer, The Canterbury Tales -- The Friars Tale, showing the corrupt Summoner, the Devil and the Widow. Date: 1845

Chaucer, The Canterbury Tales -- The Wife of Baths Tale (left). Also including the Knight solving the riddle (centre) and the Knight on his travels (right). Date: 14th century

Chaucer, The Canterbury Tales -- The Man of Laws Tale, about the life of Constance, or Custance, Christian daughter of the emperor of Rome

Chaucer, The Canterbury Tales -- The Knights Tale. Palamon in the Temple of Mars, Arcite in the Temple of Venus. Date: 1845

Chaucer reading to King Edward III (colour litho)
956052 Chaucer reading to King Edward III (colour litho) by Brown, Ford Madox (1821-93); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Gateway to Chaucer published by Thomas Nelson and Sons circa 1915)

Easter Monday Recreations (litho)
1629536 Easter Monday Recreations (litho) by Cleaver, Ralph (fl.1902); Private Collection; (add.info.: Easter Monday Recreations, the Spirit of Bank Holiday)

The Chronicles of Clovernook, with some Account of the Hermit of Bellyfulle (engraving)
1594212 The Chronicles of Clovernook, with some Account of the Hermit of Bellyfulle (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Chronicles of Clovernook)

Donnington Castle (engraving)
2793644 Donnington Castle (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Donnington Castle)

Frontispiece (engraving)
2787089 Frontispiece (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Frontispiece. Illustration for Curiosities of Great Britain: England and Wales Delineated)

Chaucers Dream of Fair Women, 1865 (oil on canvas)
HTL94048 Chaucers Dream of Fair Women, 1865 (oil on canvas) by Burne-Jones, Edward Coley (1833-98); 27.9x38.1 cm; Private Collection; By courtesy of Julian Hartnoll; English, out of copyright

The Seeds and Fruit of English Poetry, 1845 (oil on canvas)
AMO98733 The Seeds and Fruit of English Poetry, 1845 (oil on canvas) by Brown, Ford Madox (1821-93); 34x46 cm; Ashmolean Museum, University of Oxford, UK; eAshmolean Museum; English, out of copyright

Chaucers House at Woodstock, which he occupied during the Reign of Edward III (b / w photo)
5989204 Chaucers House at Woodstock, which he occupied during the Reign of Edward III (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Chaucers House at Woodstock)

The Story of the Laureates, from Chaucer to Ben Jonson (engraving)
1603707 The Story of the Laureates, from Chaucer to Ben Jonson (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Story of the Laureates, from Chaucer to Ben Jonson)

It is a company of pilgrims, from English Literature pub. by T C & EC Jack, c
3949295 It is a company of pilgrims, from English Literature pub.by T C & EC Jack, c.1920 (colour litho) by Skelton, J. R. (1888-1924); Private Collection; out of copyright

Thisbe, 1861-62 (ceramic)
1194900 Thisbe, 1861-62 (ceramic) by Burne-Jones, Edward Coley (1833-98); 25.5 high cm; Private Collection; Photo eChristies Images; English, out of copyright

The Dream of Fair Women (oil on canvas)
MAK87453 The Dream of Fair Women (oil on canvas) by Burne-Jones, Edward Coley (1833-98); 46x61 cm; The Makins Collection; English, out of copyright

Chaucer (colour litho)
6013908 Chaucer (colour litho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Chaucer. Illustration for Old Englands Worthies by Lord Brougham (James Sangster)

A Garden Fete in the Grounds of Otterspool House, Liverpool (b / w photo)
1628283 A Garden Fete in the Grounds of Otterspool House, Liverpool (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Original drawing for a full-page border, 1892-1895 (indian ink over pencil
1195397 Original drawing for a full-page border, 1892-1895 (indian ink over pencil, heightened with chinese white) by Morris

Scene from Troilus and Criseyde, historiated initial B
1195398 Scene from Troilus and Criseyde, historiated initial B, manuscript with full page-border, 1896 (woodcut in black and red) by Morris

Frescoes Illustrative of British Poets, for the New Houses of Parliament (engraving)
1602139 Frescoes Illustrative of British Poets, for the New Houses of Parliament (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Frescoes Illustrative of British Poets)

Chaucers pilgrims travelling to Canterbury (engraving)
973363 Chaucers pilgrims travelling to Canterbury (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Chaucers pilgrims travelling to Canterbury)

The Coke and Perkin (The Cooks Tale, Chaucers Canterbury Tales), late 18th century. After John Hamilton Mortimer

Dress of the reign of King Richard II, 1377-1399.. She carries the kings badge or cognizance, a white hart with a crown of gold on its neck

Chaucer - The Canterbury Tales - The Squire
The Squire on a rearing horse Date: First published: circa 1387

CHAUCER ON HORSE
Chaucer depicted as the narrator of the Tales Date: First published: circa 1387

SOUTHWARK / TABARD INN
Southwark: the Tabard Inn as it looked in 1810: several centuries earlier, Chaucers pilgrims left for Canterbury from here Date: 1810

JOHN GOWER
John Gower, English poet and friend of Chaucer, aiming his arrow at a target Date: 14th century

Chaucer, (1343-1400), 1830. Creator: Unknown
Chaucer, (1343-1400), 1830. Geoffrey Chaucer (1343-1400) English poet and author, best known for The Canterbury Tales, also a philosopher and astronomer

Geoffrey Chaucer, (c1878). Creator: Unknown
Geoffrey Chaucer, (c1878). Chaucer (c1343-1400) was an English author, poet, philosopher, bureaucrat (courtier), and diplomat. Chaucer is best known as the author of The Canterbury Tales

The Pilgrims Riding Towards Canterbury, (c1950). Creator: Donald Craig
The Pilgrims Riding Towards Canterbury, (c1950). 20th century illustration of a scene from Chaucers 13th-century The Canterbury Tales: the gay pageant: When that Aprille with his shoures sote

Bust of Geoffrey Chaucer, medieval English poet, 1902-1903. Artist: George Frampton
Bust of Geoffrey Chaucer, medieval English poet, 1902-1903

Courtyard of the Tabard Inn, Borough High Street, Southwark, London, 1871. Artist
Courtyard of the Tabard Inn, Borough High Street, Southwark, London, 1871. View with a cart and a horse feeding from a bucket

Departure of the Canterbury Pilgrims, Borough High Street, Southwark, London, 1787. An 18th century illustration of Chaucers Canterbury Tales

The Tabard Inn on Borough High Street, Southwark, London, 1827
View of the Tabard Inn on Borough High Street, Southwark, London, 1827. The inn was the meeting place of the pilgrims in Chaucers The Canterbury Tales

Borough High Street, Southwark, London, c1880
View of the courtyard of the Talbot Inn, formerly known as the Tabard Inn, Borough High Street, Southwark, London, c1880; the inn was the meeting place of the pilgrims in Chaucers Canterbury Tales

Borough High Street, Southwark, London, 1815
View of Southwark Town Hall, Southwark, London, 1815; shows figures in the street and a carriage just leaving the Tabard Inn on Borough High Street

Portrait of Geoffrey Chaucer, Early 17th cen.. Found in the Collection of Government Art Collection

Portrait of Geoffrey Chaucer, . Private Collection

Preliminary sketch for The Wife of Bath, c1917. Artist: Hugh Thomson
Preliminary sketch for The Wife of Bath, c1917. An illustration from Geoffrey Chaucers the Wife of Baths Tale from Canterbury Tales

Title Page: Troilus and Criseyde, 1927. Artist: Eric Gill
Title Page: Troilus and Criseyde, 1927. Troilus and Criseyde is a poem by Geoffrey Chaucer which re-tells in Middle English the tragic story of the lovers Troilus and Criseyde

The Canterbury Pilgrims sitting down for a shared meal, 1485. Artist: William Caxton
The Canterbury Pilgrims sitting down for a shared meal, 1485. Image taken from Geoffrey Chaucers Canterbury Tales. From The Connoisseur Volume XCI, edited by F. Gordon Roe

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"Chaucer: A Journey through Time and Tales" Step into the world of Chaucer, where pilgrims embark on a remarkable journey to Canterbury. Pauline Baynes beautifully captures their spirit in her illustrations for "Chaucers Pilgrims, " bringing these iconic characters to life. Among them is the Pardoner, known for his captivating storytelling skills. His tale, filled with greed and moral lessons, remains one of the most memorable in "The Canterbury Tales. " As we delve into the prologue of this literary masterpiece, we witness Chaucer's skillful portrayal of each character. From noble knights to cunning wives like the Wife of Bath, their stories intertwine on this pilgrimage. Intriguing woodcuts from a 1490 edition depict the Knight, showcasing his chivalry and honor. These visual representations add depth to our understanding of Chaucer's work. A glimpse into the Ellesmere manuscript reveals an exquisite page featuring The Wife of Bath. Her strong personality shines through as she shares her experiences and opinions on love and marriage. We cannot forget about jousting tournaments depicted in tales such as the Knights Tale. The excitement builds as knights engage in fierce competition while striving for glory. Eventually, it is time for our pilgrims to depart under Chaucer's guidance. They set off from Tabard Inn in Southwark towards Canterbury - a journey that will forever be etched in literature's history. One cannot overlook figures like the Friar who adds complexity to this diverse group. Each character brings their unique perspective and voice to make "The Canterbury Tales" a timeless treasure. Immerse yourself in this enchanting world created by Chaucer; discover tales that have captivated readers for centuries. Join us on this extraordinary pilgrimage where laughter, drama, and profound insights await at every turn.