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Fine Art Print : Chaucer, The Canterbury Tales -- Canons Yeomans Tale
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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, and the Canon showing the Ingot. Date: 1845
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1840s 1845 Alchemist Alchemy Canterbury Chaucer Greed Moral Morality Narrative Poem Poetry Tale Tales 14th
A2 (42x59cm) Fine Art Print
Bring the timeless tales of Chaucer to life with our exquisite Fine Art Prints from Media Storehouse, featuring The Canterbury Tales - The Canon's Yeoman's Tale. This captivating two-part narrative showcases the intrigue of alchemy as the Canon reveals his secret to the Priest, and the Canon stirs the mysterious crucible. Each print, sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, is a rights-managed masterpiece, adding an air of sophistication and history to any space. Immerse yourself in the rich storytelling of Chaucer with these stunning, high-quality Fine Art Prints.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 42cm x 42.6cm (16.5" x 16.8")
Estimated Product Size is 42cm x 59.4cm (16.5" x 23.4")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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This image transports us back to the 14th century, as depicted in the iconic work of English literature, Chaucer's Canterbury Tales. In this particular scene from The Canon's Yeoman's Tale, the Canon, a character known for his alchemical pursuits, engages in a conversation with the Priest. The Canon, with a gleam of excitement in his eyes, announces the imminent success of his alchemical experiments, much to the skepticism of the Priest. The following scene illustrates the Canon in the midst of his alchemical process, intently stirring the crucible with a long rod. The crucible, filled with a mysterious substance, is heated over an open flame, as the Canon meticulously follows the intricate steps of his arcane art. The air is thick with anticipation and the promise of discovery. Finally, in the third scene, the Canon triumphantly reveals the fruits of his labor to the Priest, holding up a gleaming ingot of gold. The Canon's face is a picture of satisfaction and pride, while the Priest, now a believer, looks on in awe. This two-part narrative from Chaucer's Canterbury Tales, with its themes of morality, greed, and the pursuit of knowledge, offers a comic and humorous take on the alchemical quest for the philosopher's stone. This illustration, created in 1845, captures the essence of Chaucer's storytelling, transporting us back to the Middle Ages with its intricate details and vivid imagery.
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