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Fine Art Print : SALEM WITCHCRAFT, 1692. Trying to deliver a young woman from witchcraft by prayer at Salem, Massachusetts, in 1692. Engraving, 19th century
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SALEM WITCHCRAFT, 1692. Trying to deliver a young woman from witchcraft by prayer at Salem, Massachusetts, in 1692. Engraving, 19th century
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Media ID 7505277
1692 Colonist Colony Discrimination Massachusetts Mystic Mysticism Occult Prayer Puritan Salem Trial Witch Witchcraft
20"x16" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Step back in time with our captivating Salem Witchcraft Fine Art Print. This 19th century engraving, sourced from The Granger Collection, depicts a poignant moment from the infamous Salem Witch Trials of 1692. Witness the intense scene of a community attempting to free a young woman from the alleged grip of witchcraft through prayer. Add this historic piece to your home or office to ignite intriguing conversations and transport you back to a bygone era.
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.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 40.6cm x 50.8cm (16" x 20")
Estimated Product Size is 55.9cm x 66cm (22" x 26")
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.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This print from the Granger Collection takes us back to a haunting moment in history - the Salem Witchcraft trials of 1692. The engraving, created in the 19th century, depicts a scene where fervent prayers are being offered in an attempt to deliver a young woman from the clutches of witchcraft. In this image, we witness the deep-rooted belief in mysticism and occult practices that gripped colonial America during this time. The Puritan colonists of Massachusetts were steeped in religious fervor and suspicion, leading to widespread discrimination against those accused of practicing witchcraft. The solemnity on display is palpable as individuals gather around, their faces etched with concern and determination. They beseech divine intervention through prayer, hoping for salvation and release from the grips of evil forces that plagued their community. This engraving serves as a poignant reminder of how fear can drive people to extreme measures. It sheds light on both the vulnerability and strength exhibited by women who found themselves at odds with societal norms or simply victims of false accusations. As we gaze upon this historical artifact, it prompts us to reflect on our own society's progress since then while acknowledging that discrimination against women continues to persist even today. Let this image serve as a reminder that empathy and understanding should always triumph over baseless prejudice.
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