The Canterbury Tales Collection

Geoffrey Chaucer, The Canterbury Tales, The Pilgrims leaving The Tabard Inn (colour litho)
5198825 Geoffrey Chaucer, The Canterbury Tales, The Pilgrims leaving The Tabard Inn (colour litho) by Haweis, Mary Eliza (1848-98); Private Collection; (add.info.: Geoffrey Chaucer)

The Canterbury Pilgrimage, late 15th century, (1843). Artist: Henry Shaw
The Canterbury Pilgrimage, late 15th century, (1843). A 19th-century version of Chaucers pilgrims from a manuscript of Lydgates Storie of Thebes

Page from William Caxton's edition of the prologue of Chaucer's 'The Canterbury Tales'
3329855 Page from William Caxton's edition of the prologue of Chaucer's 'The Canterbury Tales'; (add.info)

The Chaucer's Knight, from the Canterbury Tales
1578280 The Chaucer's Knight, from the Canterbury Tales; (add.info.: A line drawing of the Chaucer's Knight, from the Canterbury Tales 'The Knight's Tale')

William Caxton announcing his printing press business at Westminster Abbey
3329863 William Caxton announcing his printing press business at Westminster Abbey; (add.info.: Engraving of William Caxton announcing his printing press business at Westminster Abbey)

Canterbury Tales - The Friar
The Friar, a character in " The Canterbury Tales", a collection of stories written by Geoffrey Chaucer at the end of the 14th century

Canterbury Tales - The Prioress
The Prioress, a character in " The Canterbury Tales", a collection of stories written by Geoffrey Chaucer at the end of the 14th century

Canterbury Tales - The Merchant
The Merchant, a character in " The Canterbury Tales", a collection of stories written by Geoffrey Chaucer at the end of the 14th century

Canterbury Tales - The Summoner
The Summoner - who appears to be delivering a summons from an ecclesiastical court - a character in " The Canterbury Tales"

Canterbury Tales - Geoffrey Chaucer as a pilgrim on horseback
Geoffrey Chaucer depicted as a pilgrim on horseback. He was the writer of " The Canterbury Tales", a collection of stories written at the end of the 14th century

Canterbury Tales - The Parson
The Parson, a character in " The Canterbury Tales", a collection of stories written by Geoffrey Chaucer at the end of the 14th century

Canterbury Tales - The Monk and his Greyhounds
The Monk (with his greyhounds), a character in " The Canterbury Tales", a collection of stories written by Geoffrey Chaucer at the end of the 14th century

Canterbury Tales - The Second Nun
The Second Nun, a character in " The Canterbury Tales", a collection of stories written by Geoffrey Chaucer at the end of the 14th century

Canterbury Tales - The Sergeant-at-Law
The Sergeant-at-Law, a character in " The Canterbury Tales", a collection of stories written by Geoffrey Chaucer at the end of the 14th century

Canterbury Tales - The Knight
The Knight, a character in " The Canterbury Tales", a collection of stories written by Geoffrey Chaucer at the end of the 14th century

Canterbury Tales - The Franklin
The Franklin, a character in " The Canterbury Tales", a collection of stories written by Geoffrey Chaucer at the end of the 14th century

Canterbury Tales - The Shipman
The Shipman, a character in " The Canterbury Tales", a collection of stories written by Geoffrey Chaucer at the end of the 14th century

Canterbury Tales - The Pardoner
The Pardoner, a character in " The Canterbury Tales", a collection of stories written by Geoffrey Chaucer at the end of the 14th century

Canterbury Tales - The Manciple
The Manciple, a character in " The Canterbury Tales", a collection of stories written by Geoffrey Chaucer at the end of the 14th century

Canterbury Tales - The Nuns Priest
The Nuns Priest, a character in " The Canterbury Tales", a collection of stories written by Geoffrey Chaucer at the end of the 14th century

Canterbury Tales - The Squire
The Squire, a character in " The Canterbury Tales", a collection of stories written by Geoffrey Chaucer at the end of the 14th century

Canterbury Tales - The Clerk
The Clerk, a character in " The Canterbury Tales", a collection of stories written by Geoffrey Chaucer at the end of the 14th century

Canterbury Tales - The Reeve
The Reeve, a character in " The Canterbury Tales", a collection of stories written by Geoffrey Chaucer at the end of the 14th century

Canterbury Tales - The Wife of Bath
The Wife of Bath, a character in " The Canterbury Tales", a collection of stories written by Geoffrey Chaucer at the end of the 14th century

Geoffrey Chaucer - male costume, late 14th century
3780421 Geoffrey Chaucer - male costume, late 14th century; (add.info.: Geoffrey Chaucer - male costume, late 14th century)

The Wife Of Bath, from The Canterbury Tales (litho)
3643700 The Wife Of Bath, from The Canterbury Tales (litho) by Dudley, Robert Ambrose (1867-1951); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Wife Of Bath, from The Canterbury Tales)

The Doctor Of Physic, from The Canterbury Tales (litho)
3643698 The Doctor Of Physic, from The Canterbury Tales (litho) by Dudley, Robert Ambrose (1867-1951); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Doctor Of Physic, from The Canterbury Tales)

The Friar, from The Canterbury Tales (litho)
3643696 The Friar, from The Canterbury Tales (litho) by Dudley, Robert Ambrose (1867-1951); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Friar, from The Canterbury Tales)

The Clerk Of Oxenford, from The Canterbury Tales (litho)
3643695 The Clerk Of Oxenford, from The Canterbury Tales (litho) by Dudley, Robert Ambrose (1867-1951); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Clerk Of Oxenford, from The Canterbury Tales)

The Summoner, from The Canterbury Tales (litho)
3643704 The Summoner, from The Canterbury Tales (litho) by Dudley, Robert Ambrose (1867-1951); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Summoner, from The Canterbury Tales)

The Plowman, from The Canterbury Tales (litho)
3643701 The Plowman, from The Canterbury Tales (litho) by Dudley, Robert Ambrose (1867-1951); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Plowman, from The Canterbury Tales)

The Prioress, from The Canterbury Tales (litho)
3643694 The Prioress, from The Canterbury Tales (litho) by Dudley, Robert Ambrose (1867-1951); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Prioress, from The Canterbury Tales)

The Tabard Inn, from The Canterbury Tales (litho)
3643692 The Tabard Inn, from The Canterbury Tales (litho) by Dudley, Robert Ambrose (1867-1951); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Tabard Inn)

Canterbury Pilgrims at "The Tabard, "14th Century (colour litho)
670084 Canterbury Pilgrims at " The Tabard, " 14th Century (colour litho) by Moreland, Arthur (1876-1951); Private Collection; (add.info.: Canterbury Pilgrims at " The Tabard)

The Manciple and Reeve, from The Canterbury Tales (litho)
3643703 The Manciple and Reeve, from The Canterbury Tales (litho) by Dudley, Robert Ambrose (1867-1951); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Manciple and Reeve, from The Canterbury Tales)

The Franklin, from The Canterbury Tales (litho)
3643697 The Franklin, from The Canterbury Tales (litho) by Dudley, Robert Ambrose (1867-1951); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Franklin, from The Canterbury Tales)

The Knight, from The Canterbury Tales (litho)
3643691 The Knight, from The Canterbury Tales (litho) by Dudley, Robert Ambrose (1867-1951); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Knight, from the Canterbury Tales)

The Canterbury Pilgrims (colour litho)
670085 The Canterbury Pilgrims (colour litho) by Moreland, Arthur (1876-1951); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Canterbury Pilgrims)

The Man at Law (colour litho)
5223489 The Man at Law (colour litho) by Anderson, Anne (1874-1930) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Man at Law)

The arrival of John Lydgate (litho)
3641971 The arrival of John Lydgate (litho) by Thomson, Hugh (1860-1920); Private Collection; (add.info.: The arrival of John Lydgate)

Griseldas Sorrow, Chaucers Clerks Tale (colour litho)
5198833 Griseldas Sorrow, Chaucers Clerks Tale (colour litho) by Haweis, Mary Eliza (1848-98); Private Collection; (add.info.: Griseldas Sorrow)

Medieval dinner (colour litho)
5198822 Medieval dinner (colour litho) by Haweis, Mary Eliza (1848-98); Private Collection; (add.info.: Medieval dinner. Illustration for Chaucer for Children, A Golden Key)

"I give you a year and a day"(colour litho)
956060 " I give you a year and a day" (colour litho) by Anderson, Anne (1874-1930); Private Collection; (add.info)

The man of law was a discreet person (colour litho)
956056 The man of law was a discreet person (colour litho) by Anderson, Anne (1874-1930); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Gateway to Chaucer published by Thomas Nelson and Sons circa 1915)

Emily could be seen below (colour litho)
956054 Emily could be seen below (colour litho) by Anderson, Anne (1874-1930); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Gateway to Chaucer published by Thomas Nelson and Sons circa 1915); Scottish

Griseldas Marriage. This is ynough, Grisilde myn, Quod he
LLM460888 Griseldas Marriage. This is ynough, Grisilde myn, Quod he by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Griseldas Marriage. This is ynough, Grisilde myn, Quod he)

Chaucer: The Squires Tale
LLM462022 Chaucer: The Squires Tale by Clark, Walter Appleton (1876-1906); Private Collection; (add.info.: Chaucer: The Squires Tale)

The Monk (engraving)
2786789 The Monk (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Monk. Illustration for Chatterbox (1880). Digitally cleaned image.); © Look and Learn

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"The Canterbury Tales: A Journey through Medieval Society" Step back in time to the late 15th century with "The Canterbury Tales, " a collection of stories that takes you on a pilgrimage to the historic city of Canterbury. Illustrated by Henry Shaw, this masterpiece captures the essence of medieval life and introduces us to a diverse cast of characters. Among them is The Prioress, depicted in all her piety and grace. Her tale explores themes of compassion and devotion, offering insight into religious life during this period. Meanwhile, The Friar's story delves into the complexities of human nature, reminding us that even those who should embody virtue can fall prey to their own vices. As we continue our journey, we encounter The Monk and his Greyhounds - an image that symbolizes both power and leisure. This character challenges societal expectations by indulging in worldly pleasures rather than adhering strictly to his monastic vows. The Manciple's presence reminds us of the importance of wit and cunning in navigating a world filled with deceit. His tale serves as a cautionary reminder about trusting appearances alone. Next comes The Summoner - an intriguing figure whose job involves summoning individuals accused of various offenses before church courts. Chaucer's portrayal highlights the corruption within these institutions while also exploring themes such as hypocrisy and redemption. We then meet The Reeve - a shrewd manager who expertly handles finances but harbors resentment towards others due to past grievances. His tale offers insights into rural life at the time while showcasing how personal vendettas can shape one's actions. One cannot forget The Wife of Bath - a strong-willed woman unafraid to challenge societal norms regarding gender roles and marriage. Her story provides valuable commentary on relationships, power dynamics, and female empowerment. Throughout this literary pilgrimage rides Geoffrey Chaucer himself – portrayed as both author and pilgrim on horseback.