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Knights Tale, Joust

Palamon desireth to slay his foe Arcite

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1387 Canterbury Chaucer Joust Jousting Knight Knights Slay Tale Tales


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This evocative image captures the intensity and drama of a jousting match between Sir Palamon and Sir Arcite, two noble knights from Geoffrey Chaucer's The Knight's Tale. The scene is set in the medieval city of Canterbury, circa 1387, and the knights are depicted in full armor, their horses rearing and snorting as they charge towards each other. Palamon, the fair-haired knight on the right, focuses intently on his foe, his face a mask of determination and resolve. Arcite, the dark-haired knight on the left, returns the gaze with equal intensity, his expression a mixture of defiance and cunning. The dust and debris kicked up by the horses' hooves swirl around them, adding to the chaotic and exhilarating atmosphere of the battle. The Knight's Tale is one of the most famous stories in Chaucer's The Canterbury Tales, a collection of interconnected stories that has been a source of inspiration and delight for generations. The tale tells the story of Palamon and Arcite, two brothers-in-arms who fall in love with the same woman, Emelye, and engage in a series of trials and challenges to prove their worth. The jousting match depicted in this image is just one of the many exciting and dramatic moments in the tale. This beautiful print, published by Mary Evans Picture Library from Mary Evans Prints Online, offers a fascinating glimpse into the world of medieval knights and their epic battles. The intricate details of the armor, the expressive faces of the knights and their horses, and the sense of motion and energy captured in the image make it a must-have for anyone interested in history, medieval studies, or the art of the past. Whether used as a decorative piece or as a research tool, this print is sure to inspire and captivate.

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