VI. Sir Galahad contemplates his quest

Abbey, Edwin Austin, 1852-1911 · [ca. 1893–1902]

On the morning following his visit to the Castle of the Grail, Sir Galahad contemplates his quest, as voices mock him for failing to ask the effectual Question, which would have freed the Castle's inmates from their spell. Against their will, a trio of damsels under the spell try to use their powers to destroy Galahad. Years of the narrative pass between this panel and the next, bringing many challenges and ordeals to test Sir Galahad. -- Adapted from: An outline of this version of the legend by Henry James.