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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" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Discover the enchanting beauty of The Beguines, a series of Fine Art Prints from Media Storehouse, brought to you in collaboration with Mary Evans Picture Library. This captivating image showcases a group of Belgian nuns from the Beguinage convent of Ghent, gracefully carrying gardening tools over their shoulders. The intricate details of their traditional habits and the serene expression on their faces transport you to a time long past. These exquisite Fine Art Prints are perfect for adding a touch of history and spirituality to any space, making them a thoughtful addition to your home or office decor. Experience the timeless charm of the past with Media Storehouse's Fine Art Prints collection.
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.
Our fine art prints are high-quality prints made using a paper called Photo Rag. This 100% cotton rag fibre paper is known for its exceptional image sharpness, rich colors, and high level of detail, making it a popular choice for professional photographers and artists. Photo rag paper is our clear recommendation for a fine art paper print. If you can afford to spend more on a higher quality paper, then Photo Rag is our clear recommendation for a fine art paper print.
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 50.8cm x 40.6cm (20" x 16")
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 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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