Lady Godiva by coa

Vue • Historical • posted on Aug 22, 2006

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"Therefore, Leofric (her husband) proclaimed that if Lady Godiva would ride her horse through the crowded market-place of Coventry, in the full light of mid-day, clothed in only that which God had given her, as an example of the perfection of God's work and as an expression of the highest possible aesthetic, then he would reduce taxes on the populace, lifting from them the burden Godiva perceived, and erasing from himself any further doubt he might harbor of the sincerity of Godiva's convictions. The tale of "Peeping Tom", who was struck blind (or dead) when he alone gazed upon Lady Godiva was not added until the 17th century." Not quite a fairy tale but a wonderful story nonetheless!!! Daz; RDNA Thanks in advance for all your comments and smiles!!! Have a great week and see you next Tuesday with a new fairy tale!!

Comments (44)

BGHart

3:03AM | Wed, 23 August 2006

Ha, ha! Awesome image. :) One of your best. Bravo!

Bernado

4:32AM | Wed, 23 August 2006

Excellent composition. Great work with the characters. Yes, you're right. Any tale with a naked woman on it -a naked mouse in this case-, it's a very good tale. 8-)

jmc95

10:33AM | Wed, 23 August 2006

That one makes a great mirror image with your "Emperor's New Clothes" ! Cool job as always ! Always thought that Lady Godiva should get a haircut ! ;)