Framed Print : Mennonite Meeting

Name: Prints of Mennonite Meeting
Brand: Media Storehouse
SKU: 586957
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Mennonite Meeting

A meeting of Mennonites - followers of Dutch anabaptist Simon Menno - in Hamburg. The scene depicted is the benediction following a baptism

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Media ID 586957

1737 Anabaptist Baptism Benediction Cults Depicted Followers Hamburg Meeting Sects Simon Menno Mennonite Mennonites

22"x18" Modern Frame

Introducing the latest addition to our Media Storehouse Framed Prints collection: "Mennonite Meeting" by Mary Evans Picture Library from Mary Evans Prints Online. This exquisite framed print transports you back in time to a Hamburg Mennonite gathering, where followers of Dutch Anabaptist leader Simon Menno come together for a baptism and the blessing that follows. The intricate details of the traditional attire and the peaceful expressions on the faces of the community members create a captivating tableau of faith and unity. Bring the history and culture of the Mennonites into your home or office with this beautiful, museum-quality framed print.

20x16 Print in an MDF Wooden Frame with 180 gsm Satin Finish Paper. Glazed using shatter proof thin plexiglass. Frame thickness is 1 inch and depth 0.75 inch. Fluted cardboard backing held with clips. Supplied ready to hang with sawtooth hanger and rubber bumpers. Spot clean with a damp cloth. Packaged foam wrapped in a card.

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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 50.8cm x 45.7cm (20" x 18")

Estimated Product Size is 55.9cm x 45.7cm (22" x 18")

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
In this evocative image from the annals of religious history, a Mennonite meeting comes to a close following a baptism in Hamburg, Germany, in the year 1737. The scene captures the quiet intensity of this Anabaptist sect's communal worship, with the benediction bringing a sense of closure and unity to the gathering. Mennonites, followers of the Dutch Anabaptist leader Simon Menno (1496-1561), were known for their commitment to nonviolence, adult baptism, and the separation of church and state. This photograph offers a glimpse into the daily life and practices of these devout Christians, who sought to live out their faith in a peaceful and communal manner. The image is filled with intriguing details that speak to the rich history and traditions of the Mennonite community. The simple, unadorned interior of the meetinghouse, with its wooden benches and plain decor, reflects the sect's rejection of the ornate trappings of the Catholic and Protestant churches of the time. The somber, serious expressions of the men and women in the photograph underscore the gravity of the occasion, while the tender gaze of the officiating elder as he blesses the newly baptized adds a note of warmth and compassion to the scene. As we gaze upon this historical photograph, we are transported back in time to a moment of quiet reflection and spiritual connection, a reminder of the enduring power of faith to bring people together in the pursuit of a deeper understanding of the divine. The Mennonites of Hamburg, with their unwavering commitment to their beliefs and their peaceful, communal way of life, offer a powerful testament to the enduring legacy of Simon Menno and the rich tapestry of Christian sects and cults that have shaped the religious landscape of Europe and beyond.

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