Fine Art Print > Popular Themes > Human Body
Fine Art Print : Christian missionaries interrupting a human sacrifice, 1878. Artist: J Christie
Fine Art Prints From Heritage Images
Christian missionaries interrupting a human sacrifice, 1878. Artist: J Christie
Christian missionaries interrupting a human sacrifice, 1878. From The Illustrated London News (1 June 1878)
Heritage Images features heritage image collections
Media ID 14936424
© The Print Collector / Heritage-Images
Conversion Crucifix Human Sacrifice Interruption Missionary Preaching Prevention Sacrifice Savage Christie
20"x16" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Experience the powerful intersection of history and art with this captivating Fine Art Print from Media Storehouse. Witness the dramatic moment of cultural collision as Christian missionaries interrupt a human sacrifice in this 1878 illustration by J. Christie, originally published in The Illustrated London News. This evocative piece, brought to you by Heritage Images, invites viewers to reflect on the complexities of religious and cultural differences. Add this masterpiece to your collection and bring history into your home or office.
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.
FEATURES IN THESE COLLECTIONS
> Europe
> United Kingdom
> England
> Related Images
EDITORS COMMENTS
This powerful print captures a pivotal moment in history - the interruption of a human sacrifice by Christian missionaries in 1878. The image, created by J Christie, is taken from The Illustrated London News and serves as a haunting reminder of the clash between different cultures during the 19th century. In this scene, we see two bearded British missionaries bravely stepping into an unknown territory to prevent a gruesome act. Their presence alone disrupts the solemnity of the ritual, as they hold up their crucifixes with conviction. The engraving beautifully portrays their determination to bring about conversion and save lives. The contrast between light and dark adds depth to this thought-provoking composition. It symbolizes not only the physical intervention but also represents the struggle between religious beliefs and cultural practices. This encounter challenges our understanding of religion, faith, and tradition. As we observe these brave men fulfilling their calling as messengers of God's word, it prompts us to reflect on how religion has shaped societies throughout history. It raises questions about colonialism, imperialism, and cultural assimilation that were prevalent during this time. J Christie's artwork encapsulates both tension and hope within its monochrome frame. Through his skillful depiction of this historical event, he invites viewers to contemplate themes such as sacrifice, prevention, occupation, conversion - all against a backdrop of Victorian England. This print serves as a testament to humanity's complex relationship with religion while reminding us that even in times of darkness there is always
MADE IN THE USA
Safe Shipping with 30 Day Money Back Guarantee
FREE PERSONALISATION*
We are proud to offer a range of customisation features including Personalised Captions, Color Filters and Picture Zoom Tools
FREE COLORIZATION SERVICE
You can choose advanced AI Colorization for this picture at no extra charge!
SECURE PAYMENTS
We happily accept a wide range of payment options so you can pay for the things you need in the way that is most convenient for you
* Options may vary by product and licensing agreement. Zoomed Pictures can be adjusted in the Basket.
