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A druid taking cuttings with a scythe beside an ancient monument (engraving)
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A druid taking cuttings with a scythe beside an ancient monument (engraving)
960052 A druid taking cuttings with a scythe beside an ancient monument (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: There, where spreading consecrated Boughs, fed the sage Misteltoe, the holy druids, lay rapt in moral musings - Masons Elfrida. These mighty piles of magic-planted roock, thus rang d in mistic order, mark the place, Where but at times of holiest festival, the druid leads his train - Masons Caractacus. Engraved by Sparrow.); © Look and Learn
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Cuttings Druid Druids Scythe Scythes Stones Taking
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In this 19th-century engraving titled "A Druid Taking Cuttings with a Scythe Beside an Ancient Monument" we are transported to a mystical scene where nature and ancient rituals intertwine. The image showcases a druid, adorned in ceremonial robes, standing beside an awe-inspiring ancient monument. With precision and reverence, the druid wields a scythe to carefully gather cuttings from the surrounding trees. The composition exudes an air of tranquility as the druid engages in his sacred task amidst the enchanting backdrop of towering stones and lush greenery. The artist masterfully captures the harmony between man and nature, emphasizing the deep connection that these wise sages had with their surroundings. Through this artwork, we catch a glimpse into the secret world of druids - those revered figures who held profound knowledge about botany, natural history, and scientific methods long before they were formally established disciplines. As Masons Elfrida poetically describes it: "There, where spreading consecrated Boughs fed the sage Misteltoe, the holy druids lay rapt in moral musings". This print serves as both an homage to our ancestors' wisdom and a testament to humanity's enduring fascination with ancient traditions. It invites us to reflect on our own relationship with nature while reminding us of how much there is still left to learn from these mysterious figures who once walked among us.
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