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Rime of the Ancient Mariner Nor any drop to drink
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Rime of the Ancient Mariner Nor any drop to drink
Vintage engraving by Gustave Dore of a scene from the Rime of the Ancient Mariner, Water, water, every where, Nor any drop to drink. The Rime of the Ancient Mariner is the longest major poem by the English poet Samuel Taylor Coleridge. It relates the experiences of a sailor who has returned from a long sea voyage. The mariner stops a man who is on the way to a wedding ceremony and begins to narrate a story. 1882
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Boat Deck Condition Crew Death Despair Drinking Water Drought Exhaustion Fine Art Painting Gustave Dore Illness Lake Coleridge Literature Mode Of Transport Navy Only Men Poetry Rime Sailing Sailor Samuel Biblical Figure Samuel Taylor Coleridge Tailor Thirsty Unwell Vessel Part Becalmed Drawing Art Product Image Created 19th Century Victorian Style
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This vintage engraving by Gustave Dore captures a poignant scene from Samuel Taylor Coleridge's epic poem, "Rime of the Ancient Mariner". The image depicts a desolate and haunting moment in which water surrounds the mariner, yet he is unable to quench his thirst. As the famous lines go, "Water, water, every where, Nor any drop to drink". The engraving showcases Dore's mastery in capturing intricate details and emotions within his illustrations. The 19th-century style adds an air of authenticity and nostalgia to this powerful depiction. We see a weary sailor standing on a boat deck amidst fellow crew members who share his desperation for relief. The mariner's encounter with another man on his way to a wedding ceremony sets the stage for an enthralling narrative that explores themes of guilt, redemption, and the consequences of human actions. This print serves as a visual reminder of the mariner's plight and invites viewers into Coleridge's imaginative world. With its black-and-white composition and antique charm, this engraved image transports us back in time while evoking feelings of exhaustion, despair, and ultimately death. It is not merely an illustration but rather a piece of art that encapsulates history through its portrayal of ancient sailing vessels and men battling against nature. Duncan1890 has expertly curated this fine art print from their collection at Fine Art Storehouse – offering us an opportunity to appreciate both literary genius and artistic craftsmanship in one captivating piece.
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