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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
20"x20" (51x51cm) Metal Print
Bring the timeless wisdom of Chaucer's Canterbury Tales to life with our exquisite Media Storehouse Metal Prints. Featuring the captivating illustrations from Mary Evans Prints Online, this design showcases the intrigue of The Canon's Yeoman's Tale. Witness the Canon's dramatic announcement of his alchemical secret to the Priest, and the Canon's intense concentration as he stirs the mystical crucible. Our high-quality metal prints are not just beautiful works of art, but also durable and long-lasting additions to your home or office decor. Elevate your space with the rich history and storytelling of Chaucer's classic tale, now available as a stunning metal print.
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Estimated Product Size is 50.8cm x 50.8cm (20" x 20")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) or 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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