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Mother Shipton & Scroll
MOTHER SHIPTON, (nee Ursula Sontheil), famous prophetess of Knaresborough, Yorkshire, holding a scroll containing her predictions
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Mother Shipton, born Ursula Sontheil in 1488 in Knaresborough, Yorkshire, England, is famously known as one of the most celebrated prophetesses in British history. This evocative photograph print captures Mother Shipton in her iconic pose, holding a scroll containing her prophecies. The image transports us back to the 16th century, where the paranormal and the extraordinary were deeply intertwined with everyday life. Born in a time of great social and political upheaval, Mother Shipton's predictions were said to have foretold significant events, including the sinking of the Mary Rose in 1545 and the Great Fire of London in 1666. Her prophecies were recorded on this scroll, which she is seen carefully holding in this photograph. Mother Shipton's legend grew over the centuries, and her home in Knaresborough became a popular tourist attraction. Visitors would travel from far and wide to see the "Yorkshire Prophetess," seeking guidance and insight into their own futures. The scroll, with its cryptic predictions, became a symbol of her mystical powers and the enduring allure of the unknown. This photograph print, taken from the extensive collection of Mary Evans Picture Library, offers a glimpse into the past, transporting us to a time when the supernatural was a part of everyday life and the power of the written word held the key to unlocking the mysteries of the future. The image of Mother Shipton, with her wise and knowing gaze, serves as a reminder of the enduring power of human curiosity and the desire to understand the unknown.
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