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STC323636 How Mordred plotted against Sir Launcelot, illustration from Stories of King Arthur and the Round Table by Beatrice Clay, 1st Edition, 1905 (litho) by Curtis, Dora (c.1875-1925); Private Collection; The Stapleton Collection; British, out of copyright
Media ID 22376372
© The Stapleton Collection / Bridgeman Images
Antagonist Arthurian Legend Enemy Gossiping King Arthur Knight Of The Round Table Nephew Sceptre Sir Lancelot Du Lac Traitor Whispering Characters
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This print captures a pivotal moment in the legendary tale of King Arthur and the Round Table. Titled "How Mordred plotted against Sir Launcelot" this illustration from the first edition of "Stories of King Arthur and the Round Table" by Beatrice Clay (1905) brings to life the treacherous schemes that unfolded within Camelot's walls. In this scene, we witness Mordred, an illegitimate son and nephew to King Arthur, whispering sinister secrets into the ear of Sir Lancelot du Lac. As one of Arthur's most trusted knights, Lancelot finds himself torn between loyalty to his king and succumbing to Mordred's cunning manipulation. The artist Dora Curtis skillfully portrays the tension between these two characters through her lithographic technique. The expressions on their faces reveal both hesitation and intrigue as they engage in clandestine conversation. The presence of a sceptre symbolizes power struggles while a crown subtly hints at ambitions for ultimate authority. This engraving not only showcases intricate details but also highlights key themes such as betrayal, rivalry, and moral dilemmas prevalent throughout Arthurian legend. It serves as a visual reminder that even within noble circles like those around King Arthur's round table, darkness can lurk beneath seemingly honorable intentions. As we gaze upon this thought-provoking image from Bridgeman Images' private collection, we are transported back in time to witness firsthand how deceitful whispers could shape destinies during an era steeped
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