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Folklore / Werewolves
French villagers hunt a werewolf
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Media ID 574998
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Folk Lore Growl Hunt Villagers Werewolves Werewolf
14"x11" Photo Print
Introducing the captivating Folklore / Werewolves print from Mary Evans Picture Library, now available as a stunning photographic print from Media Storehouse. This evocative image transports us back in time to a French village, where ancient folklore and superstition come to life. Villagers, armed with torches and weapons, pursue a figure believed to be a werewolf through the moonlit forest. The haunting expression on the face of the suspected werewolf and the determined looks of the villagers create an atmosphere of suspense and intrigue. Bring the mystical world of folklore into your home or office with this beautifully printed photograph. Order your Folklore / Werewolves print from Media Storehouse today and let the legend live on.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 35.5cm x 26.1cm (14" x 10.3")
Estimated Product Size is 35.5cm x 27.9cm (14" x 11")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
Folklore and the Pursuit of the Werewolf - A 19th Century French Village
EDITORS COMMENTS
This evocative image captures the intense fear and determination of a French village as they embark on a hunt for a suspected werewolf among them. The year is uncertain, but the scene is reminiscent of the height of the werewolf panic in Europe during the 16th and 17th centuries, which continued to persist in rural areas well into the 19th century. The villagers, armed with torches and stakes, follow the trail of the beast through the dense forest. Their faces are etched with a mix of fear, anger, and resolve. The lead villager, his cross held high, gazes intently into the darkness, his expression a blend of faith and determination. The werewolf, a figure shrouded in mystery and fear, is depicted as a hulking, bestial figure, its eyes glowing with a predatory intensity. Its growl echoes through the forest, a chilling reminder of the danger lurking in the shadows. The image serves as a stark reminder of the deep-rooted folklore and superstitions that once gripped European villages. The belief in werewolves, shape-shifting beings that could transform from human to animal form, was widespread in Europe for centuries. Accusations of werewolfism were often used as a tool for social control, with those accused often being outcasts or scapegoats. Despite the enlightenment and scientific progress of the 19th century, the fear of the unknown and the supernatural continued to hold sway over the imaginations of many. This powerful image captures the essence of that fear, and the determination of a community to protect itself against the unknown.
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