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Child Left at Convent
An inconvenient child is left at a convent door
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Media ID 4362439
© Mary Evans Picture Library 2015 - https://copyrighthub.org/s0/hub1/creation/maryevans/MaryEvansPictureID/10117518
Abandoned Babies Compassion Convent Inconvenient Nuns Timeless Unwanted
14"x18" Premium Frame
Contemporary style Premium Wooden Frame with 8"x12" Print. Complete with 2" White Mat and 1.25" thick MDF frame. Printed on 260 gsm premium paper. Glazed with shatter proof UV coated acrylic glass. Backing is paper covered backing with rubber bumpers. Supplied ready to hang with a pre-installed sawtooth/wire hanger. Care Instructions: Spot clean with a damp cloth. Securely packaged in a clear plastic bag and envelope in a reinforced cardboard shipper
FSC Real Wood Frame and Double Mounted with White Conservation Mountboard - Professionally Made and Ready to Hang
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 20.3cm x 30.4cm (8" x 12")
Estimated Product Size is 35.6cm x 45.8cm (14" x 18")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
A poignant moment in history, captured in this photograph titled
EDITORS COMMENTS
Child Left at Convent Door." The image portrays an abandoned infant, swaddled in layers, left at the threshold of a convent door. The expression on the face of the young nun, who has just discovered the child, is one of compassion and surprise. The convent door, with its worn and weathered wood, stands as a symbol of the sanctuary and refuge it provides. The photograph, taken in the late 1800s, is a stark reminder of the historical plight of unwanted and inconvenient children. In a time when the value of human life was not always prioritized, and the stigma of unwed motherhood was immense, abandoning a child at a convent was a common practice. The nuns, who took in these children, showed immense compassion and kindness, providing them with a home and an education. The image is timeless, with the convent door standing as a symbol of hope and new beginnings. The child, though left alone and unwanted, is now in the care of the nuns, who will provide him or her with a loving and nurturing environment. The photograph, with its historical significance and powerful message, is a reminder of the compassion and kindness that can be found in the most unexpected places." This photograph, with its rich historical context and emotional depth, is a powerful reminder of the past and the importance of compassion and kindness, especially towards the most vulnerable members of society. It is a testament to the resilience of the human spirit and the capacity for change, even in the face of adversity. The image, though a snapshot of a moment in history, continues to resonate with viewers, inspiring reflection and introspection.
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