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The Green Shutters: Viaticum, Belgium, 1918, (c1930). Creator: Frank Spenlove-Spenlove
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The Green Shutters: Viaticum, Belgium, 1918, (c1930). Creator: Frank Spenlove-Spenlove
The Green Shutters: Viaticum, Belgium, 1918, (c1930). Old woman and child in the snow outside a house where someone has recently died, indicated by the cross on the doorstep. The Viaticum is the Catholic ceremony for a dying person, part of the Last Rites. Painting in the Laing Art Gallery, Newcastle-upon-Tyne, Tyne and Wear. From " Modern Masterpieces of British Art". [The Amalgamated Press Ltd. London, c1930]
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The Green Shutters - Viaticum, Belgium, 1918
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is a poignant print captured by Frank Spenlove-Spenlove. The image portrays an old woman and a child standing in the snow outside a house that bears the solemn mark of death - a cross on its doorstep. This powerful symbol indicates that someone within has recently passed away. The scene depicted here is deeply rooted in Catholic tradition, as evidenced by the title "Viaticum". It refers to the sacrament administered to those nearing death as part of their Last Rites. The somber atmosphere surrounding this ceremony is palpable through Spenlove's lens. Set against the backdrop of war-torn Belgium during World War I, this photograph captures not only grief but also resilience and faith amidst adversity. The desolate winter landscape amplifies the melancholy mood while emphasizing the stark contrast between life and death. Spenlove's composition skillfully conveys emotions without relying on words or color; instead, he relies on light and shadow to evoke sadness and introspection. Through his lens, we witness an intimate moment where religion offers solace in times of sorrow. This thought-provoking piece can be found at Newcastle-upon-Tyne's Laing Art Gallery in Tyne and Wear. As part of "Modern Masterpieces of British Art" it serves as a reminder of both historical events and universal themes such as loss, spirituality, and human resilience across time and cultures.
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