Photographic Print : Baby Abandoned / 1841
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Baby Abandoned / 1841
A mother abandoning her child. She places the baby into a tour and sisters of the convent will receive it on the other side. Date: 1841
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1841 Abandoned Abandoning Abandonment Convent Places Receive Sisters
12"x8" Photo Print
Experience the profound emotion and historical significance of 'Baby Abandoned / 1841' by Rights Managed from Mary Evans Prints Online. This captivating photograph showcases a poignant moment from the past, as a mother makes the heart-wrenching decision to abandon her child, placing it in a basket that will be received by the sisters of a convent on the other side. Travel back in time with this evocative piece from 1841, and add a touch of history and depth to your home or office decor. The Media Storehouse range of Photographic Prints is known for its high-quality reproductions, ensuring that every detail in this powerful image is preserved for your viewing pleasure.
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Estimated Product Size is 30.5cm x 20.3cm (12" x 8")
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 poignant image captures the moment of profound sacrifice and hope in the midst of despair. In the year 1841, a young mother, her face etched with sorrow and desperation, approaches the convent walls, carrying a tiny bundle wrapped in rags. The sisters of the convent, represented by the figure in the window, await the arrival of the child, ready to offer refuge and care. The mother places the basket into the outstretched hands of the sister, marking the beginning of a new life for the infant. The tour, an essential element of this scene, serves as a symbol of the mother's last act of love for her child. This traditional method of abandonment allowed infants to be left at a designated location, where they would be found and cared for by religious institutions. The practice was common during the 19th century in Europe, particularly in Ireland, where poverty and famine forced many mothers to make the heart-wrenching decision to abandon their children. The image evokes a sense of both sadness and relief, as the mother bids farewell to her child, trusting that they will be given a chance at a better life. The sisters, in turn, welcome the child with open arms, offering the promise of safety, nurture, and love. This powerful photograph serves as a poignant reminder of the lengths to which people will go to protect and care for their children, even in the most challenging of circumstances.
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