COLERIDGE, Samuel Taylor (1772-1834); Dore, Paul
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COLERIDGE, Samuel Taylor (1772-1834); Dore, Paul
COLERIDGE, Samuel Taylor (1772-1834); Dore, Paul Gustave (1832-1883). The Rime of the Ancient Mariner. 1877. Scene of death and the lady. Litography
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Coleridge Day Light Dore Gustave Litography Mariner Rime Samuel Sun Light Taylor Up Right
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This lithograph depicts a pivotal moment from Samuel Taylor Coleridge's legendary poem "The Rime of the Ancient Mariner." Illustrated by the renowned artist Paul Gustave Dore, the print brings to life the scene of death and the lady, a poignant and transformative episode in the Ancient Mariner's tale. The image captures the exterior of a tranquil, whitewashed cottage, bathed in the warm, vertical sunlight that filters through the trees. The sun casts long, dappled shadows on the ground, creating a sense of stillness and serenity. In the foreground, the ancient mariner, dressed in tattered clothing, stands before the cottage door, his face etched with remorse and despair. He holds out his hands in supplication, his eyes fixed on the woman within. The lady, dressed in elegant white, appears through the open doorway, her expression a mixture of surprise and disbelief. Her hands are raised in a gesture of protection, shielding herself from the mariner's gaze. The contrast between the mariner's worn, weathered appearance and the pristine, ethereal figure of the woman highlights the gulf between their worlds and the weight of the mariner's transgressions. The intricate details of the print, from the textured bark of the trees to the delicate folds of the lady's gown, are rendered with exquisite precision by Dore's skilled hand. The use of light and shadow adds depth and dimension to the scene, drawing the viewer into the story and inviting them to explore the complex emotions of the ancient mariner and the lady.
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