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Canvas Print : A scene in a church, with the priests dead and the poor-box robbed, during the Spanish Civil War. On the wall, a hammer and sickle motif and the legend Viva Russia has been painted
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A scene in a church, with the priests dead and the poor-box robbed, during the Spanish Civil War. On the wall, a hammer and sickle motif and the legend Viva Russia has been painted
A scene in a church, with the priests dead and the poor-box robbed, during the Spanish Civil War. On the wall, a hammer and sickle motif and the legend Viva Russia has been painted. The Spanish Catholic Church supported the Nationalist rebels during the Civil War, which made atrocities such as this one, supposedly performed by the Republican socialists, more inevitable. Such images, whether true or not, were certainly used for propaganda purposes, both in Spain and abroad. Date: 1937
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Media ID 32219676
© Illustrated London News Ltd/Mary Evans
Abroad Atrocities Dead Hammer Inevitable Legend Motif Nationalist Performed Poor Priests Propaganda Purposes Rebels Republican Robbed Sickle Socialists Supported Supposedly True Viva 1937 Made
20"x16" (51x41cm) Canvas Print
Step into history with our striking Canvas Print from Media Storehouse, featuring a poignant scene from the Spanish Civil War. Witness the tragic aftermath of a church raid, with priests lying lifeless on the floor and the poor-box emptied. A bold hammer and sickle motif and the rallying cry 'Viva Russia' grace the church walls, adding a powerful political statement to this thought-provoking image. Bring this piece of history into your home and start a conversation with our authentic, high-quality Canvas Print from Mary Evans Prints Online.
Delivered stretched and ready to hang our premium quality canvas prints are made from a polyester/cotton blend canvas and stretched over a 1.25" (32mm) kiln dried knot free wood stretcher bar. Packaged in a plastic bag and secured to a cardboard insert for safe transit.
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Estimated Product Size is 40.6cm x 50.8cm (16" x 20")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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EDITORS COMMENTS
This haunting print captures a chilling scene in a church during the Spanish Civil War of 1937. The priests lie dead on the floor, their bodies a stark contrast to the desecrated poor-box that has been robbed. On the wall, a hammer and sickle motif alongside the defiant slogan "Viva Russia" has been painted, symbolizing the influence of Republican socialists in this act of violence.
The Spanish Catholic Church's support for the Nationalist rebels during the Civil War only heightened tensions and atrocities like these became more common. Whether this image is true or not, it was certainly used for propaganda purposes both within Spain and internationally.
The brutality depicted in this photograph serves as a grim reminder of the horrors of war and how political ideologies can lead to such senseless acts of violence. It is a sobering reflection on how conflict can tear apart communities and destroy sacred spaces meant for peace and worship.
As we look upon this image, we are reminded of the importance of tolerance, understanding, and compassion in times of strife. May we never forget the lessons learned from history so that we may strive towards a more peaceful future for all.
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