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Fine Art Print : Coming out of church, London, c1815
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Coming out of church, London, c1815
Coming out of church, London, c1815; two church dignitaries, one on either side of a church door, hold an alms dish between them, preventing a rustic from leaving
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Media ID 15171502
© London Metropolitan Archives (City of London) / Heritage-Images
Clergyman Cleric Disgust Greed
20"x16" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Step into the past with our exquisite Fine Art Print from Media Storehouse, featuring the captivating image "Coming out of church, London, c1815" from Heritage Images. This stunning print showcases the rich history of the 19th century, with two church dignitaries standing guard at the church door, holding an alms dish between them, as a rustic figure attempts to leave. Add an air of timeless elegance and historical charm to your home or office with this beautiful Fine Art Print from Media Storehouse.
20x16 image printed on 26x22 Fine Art Rag Paper with 3" (76mm) white border. Our Fine Art Prints are printed on 300gsm 100% acid free, PH neutral paper with archival properties. This printing method is used by museums and art collections to exhibit photographs and art reproductions.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 50.8cm x 37cm (20" x 14.6")
Estimated Product Size is 66cm x 55.9cm (26" x 22")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This print titled "Coming out of church, London, c1815" captures a fascinating scene from 19th century England. In this image, two distinguished church dignitaries stand on either side of a grand church door, holding an alms dish between them. Their presence prevents a humble rustic from leaving the premises. The etching beautifully portrays the clash between religion and social hierarchy during that era. The color and detail in the artwork bring to life the concept of greed and hypocrisy within Christianity at the time. The clergymen's elaborate dress signifies their elevated status while contrasting with the simplicity of the rustic's attire. Located at Guildhall Library and Art Gallery in London, United Kingdom, this anonymous piece is an intriguing example of religious satire prevalent during the 19th century. It highlights society's disgust towards those who exploit their positions for personal gain rather than fulfilling their spiritual duties. As we gaze upon this historical artifact, we are transported back to a time when religion played a significant role in people's lives but was not immune to criticism or scrutiny. This thought-provoking image serves as a reminder that even within sacred spaces like churches, human flaws can manifest themselves in unexpected ways.
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