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The Landing of St Francis Xavier at Kagoshima (litho)
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The Landing of St Francis Xavier at Kagoshima (litho)
8661188 The Landing of St Francis Xavier at Kagoshima (litho) by Tyndale, Walter Frederick Roofe (1856-1943); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Landing of St Francis Xavier at Kagoshima. St Francis Xavier landed at Kagoshima on the Feast of the Assumption, 15 August 1549, and with him were two priests and a Japanese convert, baptized Paul Saint Foy, who was a native of Kagoshima. St Francis was presented by the latter to the Prince of Satsuma, who received him with favour. But native priests intervened with the prince against St Francis, and he was obliged to leave. He had stayed a year, and in this time gained more than one hundred converts. Illustration for Hutchinson's History of the Nations (Hutchinson, c.1920). Note: Image has been digitally enhanced to facilitate repro.); © Look and Learn
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This stunning lithograph captures the historic moment of The Landing of St Francis Xavier at Kagoshima in 1549. St Francis Xavier, accompanied by two priests and a Japanese convert named Paul Saint Foy, arrived on the shores of Kagoshima on the Feast of the Assumption. The Prince of Satsuma welcomed them initially, but opposition from native priests forced St Francis to leave after a year.
The image depicts this pivotal event with intricate detail and emotion, showcasing the meeting between St Francis and the prince amidst a backdrop of cultural exchange and religious fervor. The artist, Walter Frederick Roofe Tyndale, skillfully brings to life this significant chapter in history through his masterful use of lithography.
As we gaze upon this print, we are transported back in time to witness the clash of traditions and beliefs that defined this era. The expressions on the faces of those present convey a sense of tension and intrigue as alliances are formed and broken.
This artwork serves as a powerful reminder of the complexities inherent in cross-cultural encounters and highlights the enduring legacy left by figures such as St Francis Xavier who sought to spread their message far beyond their own borders.
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