Canvas Print : Mennonite Meeting
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Mennonite Meeting
A meeting of Mennonites - followers of Dutch anabaptist Simon Menno - in Hamburg. The scene depicted is the benediction following a baptism
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Media ID 586957
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1737 Anabaptist Baptism Benediction Cults Depicted Followers Hamburg Meeting Sects Simon Menno Mennonite Mennonites
20"x16" (51x41cm) Canvas Print
Introducing the captivating "Mennonite Meeting" canvas print from the Media Storehouse collection, brought to you by Mary Evans Picture Library. This exquisite piece transports you back in time to a Hamburg Mennonite gathering, where followers of Dutch Anabaptist Simon Menno come together for a baptism and the subsequent benediction. The intricate details of the scene are beautifully preserved in this high-quality canvas print, immersing you in the rich history and traditions of this unique community. Add a touch of history and culture to your home decor with this stunning, museum-quality artwork.
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
In this evocative image from the annals of religious history, a Mennonite meeting comes to a close following a baptism in Hamburg, Germany, in the year 1737. The scene captures the quiet intensity of this Anabaptist sect's communal worship, with the benediction bringing a sense of closure and unity to the gathering. Mennonites, followers of the Dutch Anabaptist leader Simon Menno (1496-1561), were known for their commitment to nonviolence, adult baptism, and the separation of church and state. This photograph offers a glimpse into the daily life and practices of these devout Christians, who sought to live out their faith in a peaceful and communal manner. The image is filled with intriguing details that speak to the rich history and traditions of the Mennonite community. The simple, unadorned interior of the meetinghouse, with its wooden benches and plain decor, reflects the sect's rejection of the ornate trappings of the Catholic and Protestant churches of the time. The somber, serious expressions of the men and women in the photograph underscore the gravity of the occasion, while the tender gaze of the officiating elder as he blesses the newly baptized adds a note of warmth and compassion to the scene. As we gaze upon this historical photograph, we are transported back in time to a moment of quiet reflection and spiritual connection, a reminder of the enduring power of faith to bring people together in the pursuit of a deeper understanding of the divine. The Mennonites of Hamburg, with their unwavering commitment to their beliefs and their peaceful, communal way of life, offer a powerful testament to the enduring legacy of Simon Menno and the rich tapestry of Christian sects and cults that have shaped the religious landscape of Europe and beyond.
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