Gawain Collection

Sir Gawain and the Green Knight by William McLaren
King Arthur welcomes the Green Knight into the Banqueting Hall and invites him to dismount and eat with the company. Everyone is amazed to see the unexpected visitor

Sir Gawain and the Green Knight by William McLaren
The Green Knight rides over the bridge into Camelot Castle on New Years Day. He will set King Arthur and the Knights of the Round Table a special challenge

GAWAIN AND THE GREEN KNIGHT. Sir Gawain beheading the Green Knight. Manuscript illumination from Gawain and the Green Knight, English, 14th century

Sir Gawain and the Green Knight by William McLaren
Sir Gawain takes up the challenge. As instructed by the Green Knight, he swings the battleaxe and cuts off the Green Knights head. The head falls off and rolls towards the banqueting guests

TEMPTATION OF SIR GAWAIN. The temptation of Sir Gawain by Lady Bercilak. Manuscript illumination from Gawain and the Green Knight, English, 14th century

MIDDLE ENGLISH MANUSCRIPT. Sir Gawain approaches the castle of the Green Knight. From the unique and almost contemporary manuscript of the Middle-English Arthurian romance in alliterative verse

'Sir Galahad and the Vision of the Holy Grael", after Sir Noel Paton, RSA, 1891. Creator: Unknown
'Sir Galahad and the Vision of the Holy Grael", after Sir Noel Paton, RSA, 1891. From "The Graphic. An Illustrated Weekly Newspaper", Volume 44. July to December, 1891

Sir Galahad is brought to the Court of King Arthur, 1911. Artist: Walter Crane
Sir Galahad is brought to the Court of King Arthur, 1911. How the three good knights achieved the Holy Grail. From Stories of the Knights of the Round Table by Henry Gilbert, first edition, 1911

Sir Galahad and the Pale Nun, 1874. Creator: Julia Margaret Cameron
Sir Galahad and the Pale Nun, 1874. A photographic illustration to Alfred Tennysons " Idylls of the King" ; a series of narrative poems based on the legends of King Arthur

Fr. 120 f. 524v The Knights of the Round Table from The Story of Lancelot
REV128461 Fr.120 f.524v The Knights of the Round Table from The Story of Lancelot, from La Quite de Saint Graal (vellum) by French School, (14th century); Bibliotheque Nationale, Paris

Decorative scheme with King Arthur and the Knights of the Round table
CHT164497 Decorative scheme with King Arthur and the Knights of the Round table, for a fireplace in Cesar Tower at Chateau de Pierrefonds, France (colour litho) (see also 101640) by Viollet-le-Duc

Study for the Holy Grail Tapestries
Ma199067 Study for the Holy Grail Tapestries by Burne-Jones, Edward Coley (1833-98); Private Collection; Photo eThe Ms Gallery, London; English, out of copyright

Sir Galahad at the Ruined Chapel, 1857 - 1859. Creator: Dante Gabriel Rossetti
Sir Galahad at the Ruined Chapel, 1857 - 1859

Robert Herbert Whitby in cockpit of Bristol Mk 3A Sycamore
Robert Herbert Whitby, 1917-2015, left, in the cockpit of Bristol Mk 3A Sycamore, G-AMWG, RMA Sir Gawain, of BEA

Sir Galahad is brought to the Court of King Arthur, 1911. How the three good knights achieved the Holy Grail. From Stories of the Knights of the Round Table by Henry Gilbert, first edition, 1911

Then they went to Sir Galahad, 1905. Artist: Dora Curtis
Then they went to Sir Galahad, 1905. An illustration from Stories of King Arthur and the Round Table by Beatrice Clay, 1st Edition, 1905

Sir Galahad at the Abbey, 1905. Artist: Dora Curtis
Sir Galahad at the Abbey, 1905. Sir Galahad, a Knight of the Round Table, was the son of Sir Lancelot and achiever of the Holy Grail

Sir Galahad. Design for a window at Kelvin-Side, Glasgow, c1914. Artist: Henry Payne
Sir Galahad. Design for a window at Kelvin-Side, Glasgow, c1914. From The Studio Volume 61. [London Offices of the Studio, London, 1914]

Galahad and Camelot, 1463. Top left: Galahad is dubbed; top right: Galahad extracts the sword; below: tournament at Camelot; bottom: the arms of Jacques d Armagnac

SIR GAWAIN ON THE MAGIC BED. Miniature from a 13th century manuscript of the Arthurian Romances

Arthurian legend. Gautier Romance of Lancelot of the Lake 1344. Count des Broches in combat with King Nabor and Sir Gawain. In centre knights in armour are fighting with lances and swords

Arthur & Green Knight
The Green Knight, on his green horse, surprises Arthur and Guinevere at a feast. He later challenged the Knights to a fight and Gawain, who volunteered, was victorious

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"Gawain: A Tale of Chivalry, Temptation, and Redemption" Step into the enchanting world of Sir Gawain, as depicted in the timeless masterpiece "Sir Gawain and the Green Knight" by William McLaren. This captivating medieval tale takes us on a journey filled with bravery, honor, and moral dilemmas. At its core lies the unforgettable scene where Sir Gawain faces his ultimate test - beheading the mysterious Green Knight. With each swing of his sword, he showcases not only his prowess but also his unwavering commitment to uphold knightly virtues. However, it is in Lady Bercilak's seductive temptations that we witness Gawain's vulnerability. The temptation challenges him to remain faithful to his code of conduct while navigating through a web of desire and deceit. As we delve deeper into this Middle English manuscript, we are transported alongside Sir Gawain as he approaches the castle of the enigmatic Green Knight. The intricate details captured by McLaren bring this momentous encounter to life before our eyes. The legend continues with other notable knights like Sir Galahad brought to King Arthur's court by Walter Crane's artistic genius. These depictions highlight their noble lineage and exemplify their dedication towards upholding justice within Camelot's illustrious Round Table. Fr. 120 f. 524v reveals an awe-inspiring decorative scheme featuring King Arthur himself surrounded by valiant knights who epitomize courage and loyalty in every stroke of paint or ink. Their stories intertwine seamlessly with that of Sir Gawain as they strive for greatness together. Intriguingly enough, even renowned artists like Julia Margaret Cameron capture moments from these tales such as "Sir Galahad at the Ruined Chapel. " Dante Gabriel Rossetti further immortalizes them through evocative paintings like "Sir Galahad at the Ruined Chapel, " showcasing both beauty and melancholy within one frame.