Pardoner Collection

Chaucers Canterbury Pilgrims on the road
* NOTE - FULL FILE IS A LONG PANORAMA - Preview split into 3 sections for ease of viewing * Chaucers Canterbury Pilgrims on the road reproduction of a painting by Stephen Reid (1873-1948) (from left)

Geoffrey Chaucer, The Canterbury Tales, The Pilgrims leaving The Tabard Inn (colour litho)
5198825 Geoffrey Chaucer, The Canterbury Tales, The Pilgrims leaving The Tabard Inn (colour litho) by Haweis, Mary Eliza (1848-98); Private Collection; (add.info.: Geoffrey Chaucer)

Canterbury Tales - The Pardoner
The Pardoner, a character in " The Canterbury Tales", a collection of stories written by Geoffrey Chaucer at the end of the 14th century

The Pardoner (engraving)
2786745 The Pardoner (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Pardoner. Illustration for Chatterbox (1880). Digitally cleaned image.); © Look and Learn

Mine Host assembling the Canterbury pilgrims
LLM460892 Mine Host assembling the Canterbury pilgrims by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Mine Host assembling the Canterbury pilgrims)

Prioress, Sumpnour, Pardoner (litho)
475418 Prioress, Sumpnour, Pardoner (litho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; The Stapleton Collection; English, out of copyright

The Pardoners Tale, detail from The Canterbury Tales, by Geoffrey Chaucer (c
SR21942 The Pardoners Tale, detail from The Canterbury Tales, by Geoffrey Chaucer (c.1342-1400) Ellesmere Manuscript, facsimile edition

The prioress had a simple, innocent smile (colour litho)
956059 The prioress had a simple, innocent smile (colour litho) by Anderson, Anne (1874-1930); Private Collection; (add.info)

Chaucers Canterbury Pilgrims, 1810 (engraving)
XJF483342 Chaucers Canterbury Pilgrims, 1810 (engraving) by Blake, William (1757-1827); Private Collection; (add.info.: After Blakes own fresco, in the Stirling Maxwell Collection, Pollock House)

The Play called the foure PP, c. 1530 (woodcut)
XJF2653546 The Play called the foure PP, c. 1530 (woodcut) by English School, (16th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Chaucer: Canterbury Tales. the Pardoner
CHAUCER: CANTERBURY TALES. The Pardoner. Detail from a facsimile of the Ellesmere manuscript of Geoffrey Chaucers Canterbury Tales, c1410

THE PARDONER. Line engraving after the illumination in the Ellesmere manuscript of Geoffrey Chaucers Canterbury Tales

The Canterbury Pilgrims in the Yard of the Tabard Inn, 1387
Illustration giving an artists impression of how Chaucers Canterbury Pilgrims may have looked as they stood in the yard of the Tabard Inn, 17th April 1387

Chaucer, the Pardoner
The Pardoner was a medieval cleric licensed to preach, and collect money in exchange for letters of indulgence; such letters were denounced by Chaucer among others

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"The Pardoner: A Complex Character on Chaucer's Canterbury Pilgrimage" In Geoffrey Chaucer's renowned literary work, The Canterbury Tales, a diverse group of pilgrims embarks on a journey from the Tabard Inn to the sacred city of Canterbury. Among them is the enigmatic figure known as the Pardoner. Depicted in various forms throughout history, including colour lithographs and woodcuts, the Pardoner stands out with his distinctive appearance and demeanor. As Mine Host gathers these intriguing characters together, we catch glimpses of the Prioress's innocent smile and witness the Sumpnour's presence alongside our mysterious pardoning figure. The Pardoner plays a significant role in this medieval narrative. Known for selling indulgences to absolve sins, he represents both religious corruption and hypocrisy. His tale within The Canterbury Tales delves into themes of greed and deception while warning against materialistic desires that lead to downfall. Whether portrayed through line engravings or illuminated manuscripts like Ellesmere manuscript, The Pardoner captivates readers with his complex nature. He challenges societal norms by exposing human vices while embodying them himself. Chaucer masterfully crafts this character who serves as a mirror reflecting upon society's flaws during this pilgrimage. Through vivid descriptions and thought-provoking dialogues, The Pardoner becomes an emblematic symbol of moral ambiguity within medieval literature. As we delve deeper into Chaucer's masterpiece, we encounter conflicting emotions towards this controversial character – fascination mixed with repulsion; intrigue intertwined with skepticism. Such is the power of The Pardoner that even centuries later he continues to spark discussions among scholars and enthusiasts alike. So join us on this captivating journey through time as we explore Chaucer’s world – where knights rub shoulders with merchants, where nuns share tales alongside millers – all under the watchful eye of The Pardoner, a figure whose presence lingers long after the final page is turned.