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The Pilot faints, scene from The Rime of the Ancient Mariner by S. T. Coleridge
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The Pilot faints, scene from The Rime of the Ancient Mariner by S. T. Coleridge
XJF393855 The Pilot faints, scene from The Rime of the Ancient Mariner by S.T. Coleridge, published by Harper & Brothers, New York, 1876 (wood engraving) by Dore, Gustave (1832-83); Private Collection; (add.info.: Samuel Taylor Coleridge (1772-1834); I moved my lips - the Pilot shrieked and fell down in a fit ; Plate 32; ); French, out of copyright
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This print, titled "The Pilot faints, scene from The Rime of the Ancient Mariner" transports us to a tumultuous moment in Samuel Taylor Coleridge's famous poem. Created by Gustave Dore in 1876, this wood engraving captures the essence of despair and chaos that permeates the narrative. In this particular scene, we witness a hermit-like figure standing amidst crashing waves and an ominous storm. As the mariner recounts his harrowing tale, he reveals how his words caused the pilot to collapse in frightful disbelief. With lips moving but no sound escaping them, the mariner's supernatural encounter proves too much for those around him to bear. Dore masterfully conveys both motion and emotion through intricate lines etched into wood. The intensity of each wave is palpable as they crash against a sinking ship nearby, symbolizing impending doom. The pilot's limp body sprawled on deck adds an element of vulnerability amidst nature's wrath. Published by Harper & Brothers in New York over a century ago, this print showcases Dore's exceptional talent for storytelling through art. It serves as a visual reminder of Coleridge's timeless themes: man versus nature and the consequences of human actions. As we gaze upon this evocative image today, it invites us to reflect on our own encounters with forces beyond our control – reminding us that even in moments of despair or uncertainty, there is still beauty to be found within artistic expressions such as these
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