The Litany'; after L. Bernard Hall, 1890. Creator: Unknown
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The Litany'; after L. Bernard Hall, 1890. Creator: Unknown
The Litany'; after L. Bernard Hall, 1890. From "The Graphic. An Illustrated Weekly Newspaper", Volume 41. January to June, 1890
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Media ID 36262273
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Clasped Hands Elderly Woman Hand Hands Clasped In Prayer Looking Up Old Woman Pews Prayer Prayer Book Praying Seating The Graphic Posture
The Litany,
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a poignant and evocative photograph from the late 19th century, captures a profound moment of unity and devotion within the confines of a Victorian-era church. The image, titled "The Litany" and based on a work by L. Bernard Hall, was originally published in The Graphic, an illustrated weekly newspaper in 1890. The photograph portrays a diverse group of individuals, young and old, boys and girls, men and women, all gathered together in prayer. Seated in their pews, they bow their heads and clasp their hands in a gesture of supplication. An elderly woman in the foreground, her face etched with the lines of time, looks up towards the heavens with a deep sense of reverence. A young woman, her hands trembling slightly, clutches a prayer book tightly, her eyes closed in fervent prayer. The boys, dressed in their Sunday best, sit attentively, their posture reflecting the seriousness of the moment. The pews, with their worn and weathered appearance, speak of the passage of time and the enduring nature of faith. The press of the newspaper, from which this image was taken, serves as a reminder of the role that media played in documenting and disseminating the cultural and social norms of the era. The photograph, with its timeless imagery and evocative composition, invites us to reflect on the power of prayer and the importance of community in times of spiritual reflection. The unknown photographer's masterful use of light and shadow adds depth and texture to the image, making it a captivating and enduring work of art.
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