Paintings of Hughes Merle

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A legend popular in 12th century about two lovers, Tristan the Cornish knight and Isolde the Irish princess, bound by a love-potion has been told in many ways and with various outcomes at the end. It has been told in various ways at various places. But, as it is a folklore poem the historical accuracy doesn’t affect or harm any living personality from the past. English classicist painter Hughes Merle has depicted the same couple here when they were living in a forest after running away from the King’s soldiers. The reason of running away has a little background. After defeating Ireland, Tristan was bound to take Isolde to his king to marry her, but in the way, due to drinking a love potion, they […]

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