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Lancelot approaches the Castle at Astolat, illustration from Idylls of the King

Lancelot approaches the Castle at Astolat, illustration from Idylls of the King


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Lancelot approaches the Castle at Astolat, illustration from Idylls of the King

XJF359076 Lancelot approaches the Castle at Astolat, illustration from Idylls of the King by Alfred Tennyson (litho) by Dore, Gustave (1832-83); Private Collection; (add.info.: Lancelot rides to the Lord of Astolats castle to borrow the Lords armor, arms and colours, which he will use to disguise himself in order to take part in King Arthurs tournament; it is here that he meets the Lordss daughter Elaine; Alfred, Lord Tennyson (1809-92); ); French, out of copyright

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In this print, we witness the legendary knight Lancelot as he approaches the majestic Castle at Astolat. The illustration, taken from Alfred Tennyson's renowned work "Idylls of the King" beautifully captures the essence of medieval romance and chivalry. Lancelot's figure stands tall and noble atop his trusty steed, riding through a picturesque woodland path. The remote castle looms in the distance, its towering walls hinting at secrets waiting to be discovered within. As Lancelot nears his destination, anticipation fills the air. This scene marks a pivotal moment in Lancelot's journey as he seeks to borrow armor and disguise himself for King Arthur's tournament. Little does he know that it is here that he will encounter Elaine, the daughter of Lord Astolat. Their meeting will forever change their lives and weave an intricate tale of love and tragedy. Gustave Dore's lithograph expertly brings Tennyson's poetic words to life with meticulous attention to detail. Every stroke of Dore's hand contributes to creating an atmosphere brimming with intrigue and enchantment. As we gaze upon this print, we are transported back in time to a world where knights roamed ancient forests on noble quests. It serves as a reminder that even amidst danger and uncertainty, there is beauty to be found – both in artistry such as this print and in our own personal journeys through life.

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