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Popular Superstitions: The Banshee (colour litho)
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Popular Superstitions: The Banshee (colour litho)
8668712 Popular Superstitions: The Banshee (colour litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Banshee. The word Banshee is supposed to be phonetic spelling of the Irish bean sidhe, "woman of the fairies." This fairy, in the folklore of Ireland and the Western Highlands of Scotland, makes herself known by wails and screams before a death in the family over which she exercises a sort of guardianship. There can be little doubt that these sounds, which are generally heard at night, are nothing more harmful than the cries of an owl. The owl, probably because of its night flying habits, has always been regarded as a bird of ill omen. Illustration for one of a set of 25 cigarette cards on the subject of Popular Superstitions issued by Godfrey Phillips in 1930.); © Look and Learn
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This colour lithograph print titled "Popular Superstitions: The Banshee" by the English School from the 20th century depicts a hauntingly beautiful illustration of the mythical figure known as the Banshee. In Irish and Scottish folklore, the Banshee is believed to be a fairy woman who forewarns of impending death in a family with her eerie wails and screams.
The word "Banshee" is said to be derived from the Irish term bean sidhe, meaning "woman of the fairies." This supernatural being exercises a sort of guardianship over certain families, announcing their imminent loss through her mournful cries. Despite these superstitions, it is suggested that these sounds may simply be attributed to nocturnal creatures like owls.
Illustrated as part of a set of cigarette cards on Popular Superstitions issued by Godfrey Phillips in 1930, this artwork captures both the mystical allure and ominous nature associated with folklore traditions. The intricate details and vibrant colours bring this fantastical creature to life, inviting viewers into a world where myths and legends intertwine with everyday beliefs.
Through this print, we are reminded of how ancient superstitions continue to captivate our imagination and shape our perceptions of the unknown. It serves as a visual reminder of humanity's enduring fascination with supernatural beings and their role in shaping cultural beliefs throughout history.
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