1387 Collection (page 2)

The Franklins Tale
The squire Aurelius, and Dorigen, with whom Aurelius is in love

The Squires Tale
There came a knight upon a steed of brass

Richard II & Appeal
Richard II and the Appeal of Treason

Chaucer, the Miller
The Miller riding and playing the bagpipes

Knights Tale, Arcite
Arcite prays to Mars for victory

Chaucer, the Shipman
The Shipman gestures with his hand

Chaucer, the Franklin
The Squire on a rearing horse

Chaucer, the Summoner
The Summoner about to deliver a summons

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

Chaucer, Man of Law
The Man of Law gesturing

Chaucer, the Merchant
The Merchant on a rearing horse

Chaucer, Second Nun
The Second Nun rides sidesaddle

Chaucer, Nuns Priest
The Nuns Priest about to speak

Chaucer, the Manciple
The Manciple riding with spurs

Chaucer, the Reeve
The Reeve was the local officer and representative of the lord of the manor

Pilgrims Leave / Chaucer
The pilgrims leave the Tabard Inn Southwark on their pilgrimage to Canterbury

Pilgrims on the Road
The Pilgrims on the road, the Miller prominent in the foreground

Pilgrims Set Out
The Pilgrims set out

HENRY V / PLAYERS / 14 / 50
HENRY V OF ENGLAND Reigned 1413 - 1422

Henry V, Bearded
HENRY V - in later life, wearing a beard

Richard II overseeing an Appeal of Treason
King Richard II overseeing an Appeal of Treason. This process was used three times during Richards reign, the first one being in November 1387, when the Duke of Gloucester

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In the year 1387, a pivotal time in history, numerous remarkable events unfolded. It was during this period that Chaucer's timeless literary masterpiece, "The Canterbury Tales, " began to take shape. The Pardoner's Tale, one of the most captivating stories within this collection, delved into themes of greed and moral corruption. Meanwhile, ANGELICO's breathtaking artwork titled "The Annunciation Altarpiece" emerged as a testament to the artistic brilliance of the era. This exquisite piece depicted the divine moment when Archangel Gabriel appeared before Virgin Mary to announce her role in bearing Jesus Christ. As Chaucer continued his literary journey, he introduced us to intriguing characters such as the Wife of Bath and explored their complex personalities and experiences. Through her tale and those like it, we gained insight into societal norms and gender dynamics prevalent at that time. Amidst all these cultural developments, knights engaged in thrilling jousting tournaments reminiscent of those described in Chaucer's Knight's Tale. These displays of chivalry showcased bravery and honor while entertaining crowds with their daring feats. The pilgrimage itself became an essential aspect of life during 1387 as depicted by Chaucer himself in his work. Pilgrims departed on spiritual journeys towards Canterbury Cathedral, each carrying their own unique stories waiting to be shared along the way. Chaucer also introduced us to colorful characters like The Friar who embodied both piety and cunningness simultaneously. His portrayal shed light on religious figures' complexities during this era where faith often intertwined with personal gain. Notably numbered 1331 were significant for reasons unknown but perhaps held secret meanings or symbolized hidden messages within Chaucer's tales themselves – a mystery yet unsolved even after centuries have passed. Within these tales resided another memorable character - Doctor O Physic - whose expertise lay not only in medicine but also manipulation through clever rhetoric. His presence highlighted the power of words and their ability to sway opinions.