Fine Art Print : Nun at the Window
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Nun at the Window
A young nun looks through her window and contemplates life outside the convent walls : did she make the right choice, she asks herself... Date: early 19th century
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Media ID 7112523
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Asks Choice Contemplates Convent Monastic Nuns Walls
20"x16" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Discover the timeless beauty and intrigue of our Fine Art Prints from Media Storehouse, featuring this evocative image of 'Nun at the Window' by Rights Managed from Mary Evans Prints Online. Captured in the early 19th century, this exquisite work of art transports you to a bygone era, as a young nun contemplates the world beyond the convent walls. With each print meticulously reproduced for vibrant color and stunning detail, these Fine Art Prints make a captivating addition to any home or office space, igniting the imagination and inspiring reflection on the complexities of life's choices.
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 49.6cm x 40.6cm (19.5" 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.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This evocative image captures the moment of introspection for a young nun as she gazes out of the convent window, lost in thought. Dated back to the early 19th century, this photograph transports us to a time when the decision to join a monastic order was a significant one, filled with both hope and uncertainty. The young nun's expression is one of contemplation and perhaps a hint of longing as she looks out at the world beyond the convent walls. The lush greenery and open sky outside contrast sharply with the plain, austere interior of the convent. Her habit and the rosary beads in her hand serve as reminders of her sacred vows and the life she has chosen. The early 19th century was a time of great change, and the convent represented a sanctuary from the world outside. For some, the cloistered life offered a sense of purpose and spiritual fulfillment, while for others, it may have felt like a prison. The nun's gaze out of the window suggests that she is wrestling with these thoughts, pondering the choices she has made and the path her life has taken. This photograph is a poignant reminder of the complexities of human emotions and the universal questions we all ask ourselves at times - did I make the right choice? What if I had done something differently? The image invites us to reflect on our own lives and the decisions we have made, and to appreciate the beauty and complexity of the human experience.
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