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Death-fires dancing around the becalmed ship, scene from The Rime of the Ancient

Death-fires dancing around the becalmed ship, scene from The Rime of the Ancient


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Death-fires dancing around the becalmed ship, scene from The Rime of the Ancient

XJF393834 Death-fires dancing around the becalmed ship, scene from The Rime of the Ancient Mariner by S.T. Coleridge, 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); About, about, in reel and rout, The death fires danced at night ; Plate 11; ); French, out of copyright

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This print captures a mesmerizing scene from Samuel Taylor Coleridge's renowned poem, "The Rime of the Ancient Mariner". In this wood engraving by Gustave Dore, we are transported to a haunting moment on the becalmed ship where death-fires dance in eerie illumination. Published by Harper & Brothers in New York in 1876, this artwork showcases Dore's exceptional talent for bringing literary works to life through his intricate and evocative illustrations. As we gaze upon this image, we can almost feel the stillness of the air and hear the creaking of the ship's timbers. The ghostly flames flicker and twist around the vessel, casting an otherworldly glow on its weathered deck. These spectral fires seem to embody both danger and enchantment simultaneously, reflecting the ominous fate that awaits those aboard. Coleridge's words echo in our minds as we contemplate this scene: "About, about, in reel and rout / The death fires danced at night". This visual interpretation adds depth to his poetic imagery as it immerses us further into his tale of guilt, redemption, and supernatural encounters. Displayed within a private collection today but originally created by Dore during his prolific career as an artist in France during the 19th century; this wood engraving stands as a testament to both Coleridge's enduring narrative power and Dore's ability to capture its essence with remarkable skill.

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