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Beaumains Wins
Beaumains wins his fight against the Green Knight at the ford
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Arthurian Fight Ford Knight Legend Wins Myth
14"x11" Photo Print
Experience the thrill of medieval chivalry with our exquisite print from Media Storehouse's collection. Featuring the iconic moment "Beaumains Wins" from Mary Evans Prints Online, this rights-managed photograph transports you to the heart of the legend of Sir Gawain and the Green Knight. The captivating image of Beaumains triumphantly emerging from the ford, victorious over the fearsome Green Knight, is a testament to courage and determination. Bring this timeless tale to life in your home or office with our high-quality photographic prints, perfect for adding depth and character to any space.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 25.5cm x 35.5cm (10" x 14")
Estimated Product Size is 27.9cm x 35.5cm (11" x 14")
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
Beaumains Wins: A Momentous Moment in Arthurian Legend This evocative print captures the thrilling climax of the legendary tale of Beaumains, also known as Sir Gawain and the Green Knight. The image portrays Beaumains, clad in chivalric armor, triumphantly raising his sword above his head as the Green Knight, a formidable adversary with emerald skin and a serpentine girdle, lies defeated at his feet. The scene unfolds at the ford, a treacherous water crossing, where the Green Knight had issued a challenge to King Arthur's court. The Green Knight, a mysterious figure, had arrived at Camelot on New Year's Day, offering a wager: one stroke of Beaumains' sword in exchange for a return blow that could only be delivered the following year. The court, intrigued by the challenge, eagerly accepted, and Beaumains, a young and inexperienced knight, accepted the challenge. With a mighty swing, Beaumains severed the Green Knight's head, only to have it miraculously reattach itself, leaving the knight unharmed. A year later, Beaumains, now a wiser and more experienced knight, sought out the Green Knight to fulfill his side of the bargain. They met at the ford, and the Green Knight, true to his word, allowed Beaumains to deliver a single blow. However, the Green Knight had a cunning plan: he had Beaumains' horse tethered to a tree, ensuring that the young knight would have to strike him while mounted. With great difficulty, Beaumains managed to land a blow, but it was not a fatal one. Satisfied, the Green Knight revealed himself to be a test of Beaumains' courage and honor, sent by the Lady of the Lake as part of Sir Gawain's quest for the Green Girdle. This print, with its rich detail and dramatic composition, immortalizes this pivotal moment in the Arthurian legend, a tale that continues to captivate audiences and inspire artists for centuries.
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