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Ballad / Twa Corbies
THE TWA CORBIES Two crows plan to dine on the body of a new-slain knight, then o er his white banes, when they are bare, the wind sall blaw for evermair. Date: traditional
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Ballad Ballads Bare Body Crows Dine Knight Plan Slain Wind Banes
10"x8" (25x20cm) Photo Print
Bring the haunting beauty of Scottish folklore into your home with our exquisite range of Photographic Prints from Media Storehouse. This captivating image, 'Ballad / Twa Corbies' by Rights Managed from Mary Evans Prints Online, depicts two crows planning their grisly feast on a slain knight. With its rich, vibrant colors and intricate details, this print is a stunning addition to any space, evoking the dark allure of traditional Scottish ballads. Transport yourself to another world with this timeless work of art.
Printed on archival quality paper for unrivalled stable artwork permanence and brilliant colour reproduction with accurate colour rendition and smooth tones. Printed on professional 234gsm Fujifilm Crystal Archive DP II paper. 10x8 for landscape images, 8x10 for portrait images.
Our Photo Prints are in a large range of sizes and are printed on Archival Quality Paper for excellent colour reproduction and longevity. They are ideal for framing (our Framed Prints use these) at a reasonable cost. Alternatives include cheaper Poster Prints and higher quality Fine Art Paper, the choice of which is largely dependant on your budget.
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 18.8cm x 25.4cm (7.4" x 10")
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.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This hauntingly beautiful print depicts the traditional Scottish ballad "The Twa Corbies" (Two Crows), which tells the chilling tale of two crows planning to feast on the body of a newly slain knight. The caption above the image reads, "Twa Corbies, come an' sit on yon elm-tree stump, An' sing a song for our dear Lord Jamie MacDougall, Who was slain on the green, An' his body lies mair blythe than the rest." The image captures the crows, perched on a tree stump, looking down at the white, pristine body of the knight, spread out on the grass below. The crows, with their dark, beady eyes and sharp, curved beaks, seem to plot and scheme as they wait for the wind to blow away the last remnants of clothing and dignity, leaving the knight's body bare for their feast. The ballad, which has been passed down through generations, is a poignant reminder of the transience of life and the inevitability of death. The crows, symbolizing death and decay, are a stark contrast to the once proud and powerful knight, now reduced to a mere corpse. The print, with its rich colors and intricate details, brings the words of the ballad to life, transporting the viewer back in time to a world of medieval Scotland, where the supernatural and the natural coexisted in a delicate balance. The image is a testament to the enduring power of traditional ballads, which continue to captivate and inspire us with their stories of love, loss, and the mysteries of the natural world.
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