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Library of Congress Mural - The Occupation of the Day
Washington DC, USA - Mural - The Occupation of the Day by Charles Sprague Pearce (1851-1914). Found in the Library of Congress, Thomas Jefferson Building. Religion. Worship before an altar of Fire. Charles Sprague Pearce (1851-1914) Date: 1920
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21"x14" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Discover the timeless beauty and intrigue of our Fine Art Prints from Media Storehouse, featuring this captivating image of "The Occupation of the Day" mural by Charles Sprague Pearce. This exquisite work of art, found in the hallowed halls of the Library of Congress in Washington D.C., transports us back in time with its vivid depiction of worship before an ancient altar of fire. Add a touch of history and sophistication to your home or office with this stunning, museum-quality print. Our Fine Art Prints are meticulously reproduced to preserve the original's rich colors and intricate details, ensuring a true-to-life representation that will inspire and delight for years to come.
21x14 image printed on 27x20 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 53.3cm x 29.2cm (21" x 11.5")
Estimated Product Size is 68.6cm x 50.8cm (27" x 20")
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.
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The Occupation of the Day: Worship before an Altar of Fire," a captivating mural by Charles Sprague Pearce (1851-1914), is a masterpiece found in the hallowed halls of the Thomas Jefferson Building at the Library of Congress in Washington D.C., USA. Painted in 1920, this mural is part of a larger series called "The Occupation of the Day," which showcases various aspects of human life and culture. In this evocative work, Pearce invites us to contemplate the profound and enduring human connection to the divine. A crowd of figures, dressed in flowing robes and bearing offerings, gather before an ornate altar, their faces upturned in reverence as they worship before a roaring fire. The altar, adorned with symbols of various faiths, represents the universal human impulse to seek meaning and connection through spiritual practices. Pearce's use of rich, earthy colors and intricate detailing brings the scene to life, transporting us back in time to an era when such communal acts of worship were a central part of daily life. The mural's symbolic imagery and sense of timelessness make it a must-see for anyone interested in the history of religion and the human spirit. As a testament to the enduring power of art to capture the essence of the human experience, "The Occupation of the Day: Worship before an Altar of Fire" is a true gem in the vast collection of the Library of Congress. Pearce's masterful brushstrokes and thoughtful composition invite us to reflect on the deep and abiding connection between humanity and the divine, a connection that transcends time and place.
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