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Rime of the Ancient Mariner - What loud uproar
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Rime of the Ancient Mariner - What loud uproar
Vintage engraving by Gustave Dore of a scene from the Rime of the Ancient Mariner, What loud uproar bursts from that door! The Wedding guests are there. 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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Celebration Event Event Fine Art Painting Guest Gustave Gustave Dore Hopelessness Lake Coleridge Literature Luck Only Men Paranormal Poetry Problems Rime Sailor Samuel Biblical Figure Samuel Taylor Coleridge Styles Superstition Song Title Tailor Wedding Wedding Role Image Created 19th Century Party Social Event Victorian Style Wedding Guest Wedding Reception
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This vintage engraving by Gustave Dore captures a pivotal scene from Samuel Taylor Coleridge's epic poem, "Rime of the Ancient Mariner". The print showcases an intense moment where a loud uproar bursts from a door, revealing the presence of wedding guests. In this haunting tale, the mariner interrupts a man on his way to attend a joyous wedding ceremony and begins recounting his harrowing experiences at sea. Dore's intricate woodcut illustration transports us back to the 19th century, immersing us in its rich historical context. The image exudes an old-fashioned charm that perfectly complements the ancient theme of the poem. It depicts only men, emphasizing their roles in this narrative. As we delve into this artwork, we are reminded of literature's power to transport us through time and space. We witness both hopelessness and problems faced by sailors during long voyages while also encountering themes of luck and superstition prevalent in past eras. With its Victorian style and attention to detail, this fine art painting invites us to explore history through visual storytelling. It serves as a captivating reminder that even amidst celebrations like weddings or social events, tales from our collective past can still captivate our imagination with their timeless relevance.
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