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Belgian Nuns
The Beguins, Belgian nuns, of the Beguinage convent of Ghent, Belgium, with hoes and spades and other gardening tools over their shoulders
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Media ID 590504
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Belgian Convent Gardening Ghent Habit Habits Monastic Nuns Shoulders Spades Tools
20"x16" (51x41cm) Canvas Print
Introducing the captivating Belgian Nuns Canvas Print from the Media Storehouse collection, brought to you by Mary Evans Picture Library. This exquisite image transports us back in time to the Beguinage convent of Ghent, Belgium, where these devoted nuns are seen tending to their gardens with hoes and spades over their shoulders. The rich, textured canvas brings out the intricate details of their traditional habits and the serene beauty of their surroundings. Add this inspiring work of art to your home or office to evoke a sense of tranquility and devotion. Order your Belgian Nuns Canvas Print today and let the timeless charm of this evocative image transport you.
Delivered stretched and ready to hang our premium quality canvas prints are made from a polyester/cotton blend canvas and stretched over a 1.25" (32mm) kiln dried knot free wood stretcher bar. Packaged in a plastic bag and secured to a cardboard insert for safe transit.
Canvas Prints add colour, depth and texture to any space. Professionally Stretched Canvas over a hidden Wooden Box Frame and Ready to Hang
Estimated Product Size is 50.8cm x 40.6cm (20" x 16")
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 evocative photograph captures a group of Belgian Beguine nuns from the Beguinage convent of Ghent, Belgium, in the 1930s. The Beguines were a unique type of medieval religious community, distinct from enclosed nuns or monks. They lived in a communal setting, but were not bound by the same strict rules, allowing them to engage in various occupations and pursue education. In this image, the nuns are seen carrying gardening tools over their shoulders, such as hoes and spades. The scene exudes a sense of simplicity and dedication, as these religious women tended to the convent's gardens, providing for their community and living in harmony with nature. Their habits, with their distinctive white veils and dark robes, add to the historical and monastic atmosphere. The Beguinage of Ghent, founded in the 13th century, was one of the largest and most influential Beguinages in Europe. The community thrived for centuries, offering refuge and support to thousands of women. This photograph offers a rare glimpse into the daily life of these remarkable women and their commitment to their faith and community. The rich history of the Beguines and their role in European religious and social history is an intriguing and often overlooked aspect of the Middle Ages. This image serves as a poignant reminder of their enduring legacy and the importance of community, faith, and the simple pleasures of gardening in the lives of these early women.
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