Poster Print : Loudun / Nuns & Grandier
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Loudun / Nuns & Grandier
The nuns of the convent of Sainte-Ursule become hysterical when Urbain Grandier addresses them Date: 23 June 1634
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1634 Addresses Altered Convent Hysterical Loudun Nuns Possession Sainte Urbain Ursule Paranormal
18x24 inch Poster Print
Bring the intriguing history of Loudun to your walls with our stunning poster prints from Media Storehouse. This captivating image, titled "Loudun / Nuns & Grandier," depicts a pivotal moment in history when the nuns of Sainte-Ursule convent in Loudun, France, became hysterical during a sermon given by Urbain Grandier on June 23, 1634. This exquisite print is sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online and is perfect for adding depth and character to any room. With its rich details and compelling story, this poster print is sure to spark conversations and ignite your curiosity. Order now and bring a piece of the past into your home or office.
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.
EDITORS COMMENTS
June 23, 1634: A Pivotal Moment in the Infamous Case of Loudun Possessions - Nuns of Sainte-Ursule in Hysterical Alteration This evocative image captures a pivotal moment in one of the most intriguing and controversial episodes in European history: the Loudun Possessions. The scene unfolds at the Convent of Sainte-Ursule in Loudun, France, where Urbain Grandier, a local priest, is addressing the nuns. The nuns, once known for their piety and devotion, are now in a state of hysteria, their faces contorted with fear and anguish. The Loudun Possessions, which began in 1632, were a series of alleged demonic possessions that gripped the convent and the town of Loudun. Grandier, a charismatic and popular figure, was falsely accused of using black magic to possess the nuns. The accusations, fueled by jealousy and political intrigue, led to a sensational trial and eventual execution of Grandier in 1634. The cause of the nuns' hysterical alterations remains a subject of debate among historians and paranormal researchers. Some believe it was a mass hysteria fueled by psychological and social factors, while others argue for the existence of genuine paranormal phenomena. Regardless of the explanation, this image serves as a haunting reminder of the power of belief, the human capacity for deception, and the enduring allure of the unexplained. The date, June 23, 1634, marks a turning point in this bizarre and complex story. Grandier's address to the nuns, whether real or imagined, would ultimately lead to his downfall and the tragic consequences that followed. This image, with its evocative depiction of the nuns' hysterical state, offers a glimpse into the dark and mysterious world of the Loudun Possessions, a tale that continues to captivate and intrigue scholars and the public alike.
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