Photographic Print : Initiation of the Sovereign Inspector General
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Initiation of the Sovereign Inspector General
The recipient is required to wash his hands in a vase of molten lead aftering having been led three times round the vase. Date: 1890s
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Ceremony Freemasons Groups Initiation Lead Molten Societies Wash
14"x11" Photo Print
Introducing the captivating "Initiation of the Sovereign Inspector General" print from Media Storehouse, in partnership with Mary Evans Prints Online. This fascinating image, dating back to the 1890s, captures the intriguing ritual of an initiation ceremony. The recipient is depicted being led around a vase filled with molten lead, concluding with the washing of hands in its depths. This evocative photograph brings history to life and adds an air of mystery to any space. Order your Media Storehouse Photographic Print today and bring this unique piece of history into your home or office.
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Estimated Product Size is 27.9cm x 35.5cm (11" x 14")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) or portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This intriguing photograph captures the unique and enigmatic initiation ceremony of the Sovereign Inspector General, an esteemed position within a secret society of the late 1890s. The recipient, dressed in formal attire, stands before a vase filled with molten lead, his hands poised above the glowing substance. This rite of passage is believed to have symbolized purification and the acceptance of responsibility, as the initiate was led three times around the vase before being instructed to wash his hands within it. The exact origins and affiliations of this society remain shrouded in mystery, with many theories suggesting connections to freemasonry or other social groups of the time. However, what is clear is the deep significance placed upon the initiation process and the role of the Sovereign Inspector General. The photograph, taken in the late 1890s, offers a rare glimpse into the world of secret societies and their often enigmatic rituals. The use of molten lead in the initiation ceremony adds an element of danger and intrigue, further emphasizing the exclusivity and mystery surrounding these groups. Despite the passage of time, this photograph continues to captivate and intrigue, offering a window into a bygone era and the hidden world of secret societies and their unique traditions.
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