Traditional Green Man
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Traditional Green Man
Traditional Green Man of English folklore - this one is used to illustrate a ballad about Robin Hood... was Robin a folklore entity ?
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1630 Ballad Entity Folk Lore Hood Illustrate Robin
EDITORS COMMENTS
1. Title: "The Green Man and Robin Hood: A Fusion of English Folklore and History" This evocative image, dating from circa 1630, presents a traditional Green Man figure intertwined with the iconic outlaw, Robin Hood. The Green Man, a pre-Christian symbol of nature and fertility, is a common motif in English folklore and can be found in various forms throughout medieval architecture and art. Robin Hood, the legendary hero of English folklore, is renowned for his exploits in Sherwood Forest, where he and his Merry Men allegedly robbed the rich to aid the poor. The ballads that tell the tales of Robin Hood often include elements of the supernatural, blurring the lines between history and folklore. In this print, the Green Man's face, adorned with leaves and vines, frames the visage of Robin Hood. The connection between the two figures suggests that Robin Hood may have been perceived as a folklore entity, a protector of the forest and its inhabitants, much like the Green Man. The intricate details of the woodcut print show the Green Man's face emerging from the foliage, with his mouth wide open, as if to breathe life into the forest. Robin Hood, dressed in his traditional green tunic and feathered cap, holds a longbow and quiver, ready to defend the forest and its people. This image offers a glimpse into the rich tapestry of English folklore and history, where the lines between fact and fiction blur, and the natural world is imbued with a sense of magic and wonder. The Green Man and Robin Hood, two enduring symbols of the English countryside, continue to captivate the imagination and inspire new generations.
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