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Immurement of a nun (engraving)
7147974 Immurement of a nun (engraving) by Knille, Otto (1832-98); Private Collection; (add.info.: Immurement of a nun. Illustration for Bildersaal Deutscher Geschichte (Union Deutsche Verlagsgesellschaft, 1890).); © Look and Learn
Media ID 25192518
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Abbey Castigation Condemned Convent Conviction Corporal Punishment Friar Friars Jurisprudence Legislative Power Madieval Punishments Sentence Sister Deaths Late Middle Age Middles Ages Monks Mortality Passed Away Punishment
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This engraving, titled "Immurement of a nun" takes us back to the 19th century in Germany. The image depicts a haunting scene from the Middle Ages, illustrating a dark chapter in history. In this powerful artwork by Otto Knille, we witness the punishment inflicted upon a convicted nun. The nun is being immured, or walled up alive as penance for her transgressions. This macabre practice was used as a form of castigation and corporal punishment within religious institutions during that time. The somber atmosphere is intensified by the presence of a friar overseeing the sentence. We can only imagine the anguish and despair felt by both the condemned sister and those witnessing this gruesome act. Through this engraving, Knille not only captures an important moment in European history but also highlights themes of religion, conviction, and justice. It serves as a reminder of how power dynamics influenced legislative decisions and shaped societal norms during that era. As we gaze at this thought-provoking print from Fine Art Finder's collection, we are transported to another time where women's lives were governed by strict religious codes. It prompts us to reflect on our progress since then while acknowledging the importance of preserving historical records like these engravings for future generations to learn from.
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