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Mariner, Watersnakes
The Mariner, the dead albatross slung round his neck, watches the sea snakes and blesses them as living things in his desolate world
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Media ID 582385
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1798 Albatross Blesses Coleridge Dead Desolate Living Mariner Neck Rime Serpents Slung Things Watches Water Snakes
Greetings Card (7"x5")
Discover the enchanting world of our "Mariner, Watersnakes" greeting cards from the Media Storehouse collection, featuring an exquisite image from Mary Evans Picture Library. This evocative scene captures the haunting beauty of the mariner, his weary gaze fixed on the graceful watersnakes as they glide through the tranquil waters. With the dead albatross hanging around his neck, this poignant tableau tells a story of solitude, reverence, and the enduring cycle of life. Our high-quality greeting cards are perfect for expressing deep emotions, making thoughtful gifts, or simply brightening someone's day. Let the captivating artistry of Mary Evans Prints Online transport you to a world of wonder and connection.
Folded Greeting Cards (12.5x17.5 cm) have a laminate finish and are supplied with an envelope. The front and inside can be personalised with text in a selection of fonts, layouts and colours.
Greetings Cards suitable for Birthdays, Weddings, Anniversaries, Graduations, Thank You and much more
Estimated Product Size is 17.5cm x 12.5cm (6.9" x 4.9")
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.
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EDITORS COMMENTS
"In this evocative image from 1798, the mariner, a weary and desolate figure, stands on the edge of a rocky outcrop overlooking the vast expanse of the sea. The weight of the world seems to bear down upon him, as he gazes out at the undulating waters below. Hanging round his neck, the carcass of an albatross, a symbol of his guilt and the price he has paid for transgressing the natural order of things. Yet, amidst the desolation and the weight of his own suffering, the mariner's gaze is drawn to the living creatures of the sea. In this moment, he sets aside his own despair and extends a hand in blessing to the water snakes that swim and coil around the rocks at his feet. Their sinuous forms glint in the sunlight, a reminder of the living world that continues to thrive around him. This haunting image, captured from Mary Evans Picture Library, is a poignant reminder of the power of nature to heal and to inspire awe, even in the most desolate of circumstances. The mariner's gesture of blessing speaks to the deep connection between humanity and the natural world, a connection that has been explored in countless works of literature, from Coleridge's "Rime of the Ancient Mariner" to the many books and stories that continue to be published and cherished today." This photograph, with its rich historical significance and evocative imagery, is a testament to the enduring power of art to capture the human experience and to inspire reflection and contemplation. Whether used as a source of inspiration for creative projects or simply as a beautiful addition to a home or office, this image is sure to spark the imagination and transport the viewer to another time and place.
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