Cover for The Wife of Bath's Tale

1965

David MacDermott and Diane Conard MacDermott

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David MacDermott

Artist, American, active 1960s

Diane Conard MacDermott

Artist, American, active 1960s

The image depicts uppercase letters spelling out "THE WIFE OF BATH TAIL" with engravings of round shapes resembling crowns or coins. The golden hue and uneven texture give an abstract appearance, resembling letters carved into weathered wood, similar to old-fashioned signage or rustic plaques. The design evokes traditional engraving techniques seen in historical manuscript covers, suggesting antiquity and classical charm.
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The image shows rough, sketch-like lines forming an abstract representation of a rider on horseback. The horse's head is downturned, structured by dense, scribbled lines, while the rider appears in a simplified form atop the horse with minimal detail. A red abstract shape at the bottom contrasts with the monochromatic depiction of the horse and rider.

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David MacDermott, Diane Conard MacDermott

1965

The Wife of Bath's Tale

David MacDermott, Diane Conard MacDermott

1965

This is a drawing of a title page for "The Wife of Bath's Tale". The drawing features the title "The Wife of Bath's Tale" at the top in a handwritten style. Below it lists the writer, translator, and illustrators involved. The lower half shows an intricate drawing in brown and beige tones with strong dark lines. The name "Pomegranate Press" appears, suggesting a publication or printing press attribution. The drawing includes a signature and an edition number at the bottom.

Title Page for The Wife of Bath's Tale

David MacDermott, Diane Conard MacDermott

1965


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Q76555668

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