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St Anthony and the Satyr, illustration from Helmet & Cowl: Stories of Monastic and Military Orders W. M. Letts and M. F. S. Letts, 1913 (litho)
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St Anthony and the Satyr, illustration from Helmet & Cowl: Stories of Monastic and Military Orders W. M. Letts and M. F. S. Letts, 1913 (litho)
STC445254 St Anthony and the Satyr, illustration from Helmet & Cowl: Stories of Monastic and Military Orders W.M. Letts and M.F.S. Letts, 1913 (litho) by Reid, Stephen (1873-1948); Private Collection; (add.info.: Saint Anthony (d.357); ); The Stapleton Collection
Media ID 25155904
© The Stapleton Collection / Bridgeman Images
Common Prayer Fictional Characters Helmet And Cowl Monstrous Character Mythical Creature Pray Prayed Prayer Saying Prayers Preaching Satyr Satyrs Supplication Wonderful Character Fictional Character
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This lithograph print, titled "St Anthony and the Satyr" transports us to a world of mythical creatures and spiritual devotion. Created by Stephen Reid in 1913, it is an illustration from the book "Helmet & Cowl: Stories of Monastic and Military Orders" by W. M. Letts and M. F. S. Letts. In this scene, we witness Saint Anthony, a revered figure who lived in the fourth century, engaged in prayer. Dressed as a monk with his helmet and cowl, he kneels before an otherworldly creature known as a satyr. The satyr, often depicted as half-human and half-animal with goat-like features, adds an element of fantasy to this religious narrative. The image captures the contrast between spirituality and mythology, blending them seamlessly into one composition. It invites contemplation on themes such as faith versus temptation or the struggle between good and evil. Reid's skillful rendering brings these fictional characters to life within the context of early twentieth-century artistry. The attention to detail highlights both Saint Anthony's devoutness during prayer and the satyr's monstrous yet intriguing presence. As we gaze upon this lithograph print from our private collection today, we are reminded of how art can bridge different worlds – real or imagined – inviting us to explore deeper meanings beyond what meets the eye.
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