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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


Greetings Card Large (A4)

Bring a touch of medieval magic to your mailbox with our exquisite selection of Chaucer-inspired greeting cards from Media Storehouse. Featuring illustrations from the classic tale, "The Canterbury Tales" - specifically, "The Canon's Yeoman's Tale" by Mary Evans Prints Online, these cards transport you back in time. Witness the intriguing moment as the Canon reveals his alchemical secret to the Priest, or observe his intense concentration as he stirs the crucible. These beautifully detailed, rights-managed images add an air of mystery and intrigue to any message, making them perfect for birthdays, anniversaries, or just to brighten someone's day. Experience the rich history and captivating storytelling of Chaucer with every card in our Media Storehouse collection.

Create your own large greetings card. Size when folded is A4 (21x30cm or 8.3x11.7 inches)

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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 21cm x 29.7cm (8.3" x 11.7")

Estimated Product Size is 42cm x 29.7cm (16.5" x 11.7")

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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