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Month of January, from The Shepheardes Calender by Edmund Spenser (1552-99)
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Month of January, from The Shepheardes Calender by Edmund Spenser (1552-99)
XJF277613 Month of January, from The Shepheardes Calender by Edmund Spenser (1552-99) (woodcut) (b/w photo) by English School; Private Collection; (add.info.: shepherds calendar; ); English, out of copyright
Media ID 12786165
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Aquarius Astrological Astrology Bagpipe Calendar Elizabethan Flock Pastoral
EDITORS COMMENTS
This print captures the essence of the Month of January, as depicted in Edmund Spenser's renowned work, The Shepheardes Calender. Created by an English School artist, this woodcut transports us to a pastoral landscape during the Elizabethan era. In this allegorical scene, we witness a young shepherd boy playing a bagpipe while tending to his flock of sheep. Symbolizing Aquarius from astrology, he represents the winter season with its cold and agricultural significance. The image exudes a sense of tranquility and simplicity that was characteristic of medieval rural life. The fine details in this print allow us to appreciate both the artistic skill involved in creating it and the historical context it represents. It serves as a visual reminder of how art can transport us through time and provide insight into different periods. Displayed within a private collection, this photograph offers viewers an opportunity to connect with Spenser's literary masterpiece on another level. Whether you are drawn to its pastoral charm or intrigued by its astrological symbolism, this image invites contemplation about nature's cycles and our place within them.
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