Canvas Print : Catholic Mission to the Inuit - Newfoundland
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Catholic Mission to the Inuit - Newfoundland
Catholic Mission to the Inuit - Newfoundland and Inuit. A group of Inuit men, women and children and the Catholic Priest of the Mission (centre). Date: circa 1920s
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Media ID 7212477
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Catholicism Converting Convertion Converts Eskimo Eskimos Families Inuit Labrador Mission Nation Newfoundland Petite Therese
30"x20" (76x51cm) Canvas Print
Discover the captivating history of the Catholic Mission to the Inuit in Newfoundland with our stunning Canvas Prints from Media Storehouse. This evocative image, sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, transports you back in time to the 1920s, where a Catholic Priest stands among a group of curious and welcoming Inuit men, women, and children. The intricate details, textures, and vibrant colors of this timeless photograph come alive on our high-quality canvas, making it a true work of art for your home or office. Bring history into your living space and ignite conversations with this beautifully printed and expertly crafted Canvas Print.
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 76.2cm x 50.8cm (30" x 20")
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 significant moment in the history of Catholicism in Canada, as the Catholic Mission to the Inuit in Newfoundland brings the teachings of the Roman Catholic Church to the Indigenous Inuit community in Labrador during the 1920s. At the heart of the image is Father Thomas J. Thibodeau, the Catholic Priest of the Mission, surrounded by a group of curious and receptive Inuit men, women, and children. The scene takes place in a remote, snow-covered landscape, highlighting the challenges and sacrifices made by the Mission to reach out to these remote communities. The Catholic Church had a long and complex relationship with Indigenous peoples in Canada, with efforts to convert and assimilate them beginning in the late 17th century. However, the Mission to the Inuit in Labrador represents a particularly noteworthy chapter in this history. The Inuit people, also known as Eskimos, were a nomadic and culturally distinct group, and their conversion to Catholicism was a gradual process that took place over several generations. In this photograph, we see the beginnings of this process, as Father Thibodeau and his fellow missionaries work to introduce the Catholic faith to the Inuit people. The children, dressed in Western-style clothing, are particularly receptive to the teachings, while the adults look on with interest and curiosity. The image is a poignant reminder of the enduring power of faith and the human spirit, as well as the ongoing efforts to bridge cultural divides and build understanding between different communities.
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