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Market in a Disused Church in France, 1928 (oil on canvas)
2831163 Market in a Disused Church in France, 1928 (oil on canvas) by Fry, Roger Eliot (1866-1934); Bristol Museum and Art Gallery, UK; eBristol Museums, Galleries & Archives; Given by Captain S. Hibbard through the National Art-Collections Fund (now The Art Fund), 1931; English, out of copyright
Media ID 22990592
© Bristol Museums, Galleries & Archives Given by Captain S. Hibbard through the National Art-Collections Fund (now The Art Fund), 1931 / Bridgeman Images
Abandoned Bloomsbury Bloomsbury Group Bloomsbury Set Buying Derelict Disused Rustic Selling Stall Stalls Daily Life Scene Ecclesiastical Social History
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Market in a Disused Church - A Glimpse into the Eccentricity of French Daily Life, 1928
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. This print transports us back to the enchanting year of 1928, capturing an extraordinary scene within a disused church in France. Painted by Roger Eliot Fry, a prominent member of the influential Bloomsbury Group, this oil on canvas masterpiece offers a unique perspective on both religious and secular aspects of life. The image showcases an abandoned medieval church transformed into a bustling marketplace. Vibrant stalls adorned with colorful blooms and rustic goods fill the once-sacred space, creating an intriguing juxtaposition between spirituality and commerce. Figures from all walks of life can be seen engaging in lively transactions - buying and selling produce amidst Gothic arches that have witnessed centuries of devotion. Fry's brushstrokes expertly capture the essence of this forgotten place; its derelict beauty intertwined with vibrant daily activities. The painting serves as a poignant reminder that even sacred spaces can evolve over time to meet changing societal needs. Now housed at Bristol Museum and Art Gallery in the UK, this remarkable artwork was generously donated by Captain S. Hibbard through The Art Fund in 1931. Through this evocative piece, we are transported to another era where art meets history, inviting us to reflect upon our own relationship with tradition and transformation.
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