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Chaucers Cook
The cook from the Ellesmere manuscript, an early 15th century manuscript of Geoffrey Chaucers Canterbury Tales. He is holding a hat in one hand and a meathook in the other. (Photo by Hulton Archive/Getty Images)
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Hulton Archive
Media ID 11795370
© 2008 Getty Images
10"x8" Mount with 8"x6" Print
Step back in time with our exquisite Mounted Photos from Media Storehouse's Fine Art Storehouse collection. This captivating image features Chaucers Cook from the Ellesmere Manuscript, an early 15th-century masterpiece of Geoffrey Chaucer's Canterbury Tales. With a hat in one hand and a meathook in the other, the cook's expression conveys a sense of both humor and hard work. Each Mounted Photo is meticulously printed on premium archival paper, ensuring vibrant colors and exceptional detail. The sleek, modern mount adds a stylish touch to any room while showcasing the rich history and timeless beauty of this iconic image. Elevate your home décor with a piece of art that tells a story - order your Chaucers Cook Mounted Photo today.
Printed on 8"x6" paper and suitable for use in a 10"x8" frame (frame not included). Prints are mounted with card both front and back. Featuring a custom cut aperture to match chosen image. Professional 234gsm Fujifilm Crystal Archive DP II paper.
Photo prints supplied in custom cut card mount ready for framing
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 15.2cm x 19.2cm (6" x 7.6")
Estimated Product Size is 20.3cm x 25.4cm (8" x 10")
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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In this print from the Fine Art Storehouse, we are transported back in time to the early 15th century as we encounter Chaucer's Cook. This intriguing character, depicted in the Ellesmere manuscript of Geoffrey Chaucer's Canterbury Tales, holds our gaze with a sense of mystery and curiosity. With one hand clutching a hat and the other firmly gripping a meathook, the Cook exudes an air of duality. His weathered face tells tales of countless meals prepared over open fires and shared among travelers on their pilgrimage. The hat he holds suggests his position within society, perhaps indicating his role as a trusted servant or even a chef for nobility. The juxtaposition between these two objects raises questions about this enigmatic figure. Is he merely preparing to don his hat after finishing some culinary task? Or does the meathook symbolize something more sinister lurking beneath his jovial exterior? As we delve into Chaucer's vivid storytelling world through this photograph, we find ourselves captivated by both its historical significance and artistic beauty. The intricate details captured by Hulton Archive bring us closer to understanding not only Chaucer's literary masterpiece but also the lives and personalities of those who inspired it. This print serves as a timeless reminder that art has the power to transport us across centuries, allowing us to connect with characters long gone yet forever immortalized in literature and visual representation.
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