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Poster Print : Sleeping Congregation, 18th century. Artist: Thomas Clerk
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Sleeping Congregation, 18th century. Artist: Thomas Clerk
Sleeping Congregation, 18th century. The scene is a country church, the only member of the congregation awake (besides the speaker) is the clerk who observes the charms of a young girl. The preacher is John Theophilus Desaguiliers
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18x24 inch Poster Print
Step back in time with our exquisite poster print from the Media Storehouse collection, featuring the enchanting painting "Sleeping Congregation, 18th century" by Thomas Clerk, in collaboration with William Hogarth and Jean Theophilus Desaguliers. This captivating work of art transports us to a quiet country church, where the only members stirring from slumber are the young girl, whose charms hold the clerk's gaze, and the clerk himself. Add a touch of history and timeless beauty to your space with this stunning, museum-quality poster print.
Poster prints are budget friendly enlarged prints in standard poster paper sizes. Printed on 150 gsm Matte Paper for a natural feel and supplied rolled in a tube. Great for framing and should last many years. To clean wipe with a microfiber, non-abrasive cloth or napkin. Our Archival Quality Photo Prints and Fine Art Paper Prints are printed on higher quality paper and the choice of which largely depends on your budget.
Poster prints are budget friendly enlarged prints in standard poster paper sizes (A0, A1, A2, A3 etc). Whilst poster paper is sometimes thinner and less durable than our other paper types, they are still ok for framing and should last many years. Our Archival Quality Photo Prints and Fine Art Paper Prints are printed on higher quality paper and the choice of which largely depends on your budget.
Estimated Product Size is 46.3cm x 61.6cm (18.2" x 24.3")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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This print captures a scene from the 18th century titled "Sleeping Congregation" by Thomas Clerk. The artwork portrays a country church, where the only awake individuals are the preacher, John Theophilus Desaguiliers, and the clerk who seems to be captivated by a young girl's charms. This satirical depiction of Christianity in Britain reflects boredom and distraction within the congregation. The monotonous sermon seems to have lulled most of the attendees into slumber, highlighting their disinterest in religious matters. As we observe this snapshot of an English church interior, it becomes evident that both men and women are equally affected by this state of drowsiness. Thomas Clerk's artistic portrayal serves as social commentary on religion during that era. With its subtle satire, it questions the effectiveness and engagement levels within religious gatherings. The print also showcases William Hogarth's influence as he collaborated with Clerk on this piece. As we delve into this historical image, we witness not only a reflection of societal norms but also gain insight into occupations such as clerks who were responsible for maintaining order within churches. This photograph offers us a glimpse into 18th-century England while provoking contemplation about religion and human behavior throughout history.
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