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The Ascot Race Plate: the Gold Vase - the White Doe of Rilstone alluring Thomas the Rhymer into Fair Creator: Unknown
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The Ascot Race Plate: the Gold Vase - the White Doe of Rilstone alluring Thomas the Rhymer into Fair Creator: Unknown
The Ascot Race Plate: the Gold Vase - the White Doe of Rilstone alluring Thomas the Rhymer into Fairyland, 1856. Trophy which...illustrates the legend which Sir Walter Scott has made popular, in his account of the "Minstrelsy of the Scottish Border"...The story is thus told: The Rhymer, in his youth, was attracted by the Fairy Queen into Fairyland, from which, after a visit of seven years, he was allowed to return to Scotland, conditionally, that when sent for by her Majesty he should come back again to her abode. He is sent for; and he is, moreover, obliged, by the force of the fairy spells, to follow the White Doe. The artist represents his departure, the Doe leading the way, and Thomas following on horseback'. [The piece was] manufactured at the establishment of Messrs. Garrard, jewellers to the Crown...from designs and models by Mr. Cotterill'. From "Illustrated London News", 1856
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The Ascot Race Plate - the Gold Vase - the White Doe of Rilstone Alluring Thomas the Rhymer into Fairyland
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is a captivating work of art that brings to life the legendary tale of Thomas the Rhymer, as immortalized by Sir Walter Scott in his "Minstrelsy of the Scottish Border." This exquisite piece, created in 1856, showcases the moment when Thomas, entranced by the beauty of the Fairy Queen's White Doe, is led into the enchanting realm of Fairyland. The plate, which measures an impressive diameter of 16 inches, was crafted at the esteemed establishment of Messrs. Garrard, renowned jewellers to the Crown. The designs and models for this masterpiece were meticulously created by the skilled hands of Mr. Cotterill. The story of Thomas the Rhymer is a timeless one, recounted through generations in Scotland's rich oral tradition. In his youth, Thomas was irresistibly drawn into the magical world of the Fairy Queen. After a seven-year sojourn, he was granted permission to return to Scotland, but with the condition that he would return whenever summoned. The moment arrives, and Thomas, under the spell of the fairies, is compelled to follow the White Doe as she leads him back into Fairyland. The artist masterfully captures this pivotal moment, with the White Doe gracefully leading the way, her ethereal beauty beckoning Thomas on horseback. The Gold Vase, a symbol of the Fairy Queen's power, adds an air of mystique to the scene, further emphasizing the enchanting allure of the otherworldly realm. This stunning piece, with its intricate details and captivating storytelling, continues to captivate and inspire viewers, offering a glimpse into the magical world of Scottish folklore.
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