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Poster Print : Nuns returning to their convent, Castle Cornet, Guernsey
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Nuns returning to their convent, Castle Cornet, Guernsey
Nuns returning to their convent, Castle Cornet, Guernsey, May 1936.
1936
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Media ID 23100464
© The John Barrett Collection / Mary Evans Picture Library
Channel Convent Cornet Guernsey Habit Habits Nuns Return Returning 1936
18x24 inch Poster Print
Bring the historic charm of Guernsey's Castle Cornet to your home or office with our stunning Nuns Returning to their Convent print from The John Barrett Collection, available through Media Storehouse and Mary Evans Picture Library. This captivating image, captured in May 1936, depicts a group of nuns making their way back to their convent, surrounded by the picturesque beauty of Castle Cornet. Add a touch of timeless elegance and spiritual serenity to any space with this beautiful, high-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 61.6cm x 46.3cm (24.3" x 18.2")
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 photograph, a group of nuns, dressed in their traditional habits, make their way back to their convent nestled within the historic walls of Castle Cornet in Guernsey, Channel Islands, in May 1936. The tranquil scene contrasts sharply with the political and social uncertainties of the 1930s, as Europe braced for the turbulent decades that lay ahead. Castle Cornet, a medieval fortification overlooking St. Peter Port harbor, has served as a strategic stronghold, prison, and military installation throughout history. The convent, located within its protective walls, provided a sanctuary for the religious sisters, shielding them from the outside world and allowing them to focus on their spiritual pursuits. The nuns, their faces serene and resolute, carry baskets and bundles as they walk along the cobblestone path leading to their convent. Their habits, simple yet elegant, are a testament to their commitment to their religious order. The sisters' return to their convent signifies a return to their daily routines, their communal life, and their devotion to their faith. The photograph captures the essence of a bygone era, a time when the rhythms of life were more predictable, and the world seemed less complex. The image invites us to reflect on the enduring power of faith and the resilience of the human spirit, even in the face of adversity. Castle Cornet, with its rich history and picturesque setting, serves as a fitting backdrop for this poignant scene. The nuns' return to their convent, a symbol of their commitment to their faith and community, offers a glimpse into the past and a reminder of the continuity of tradition in a rapidly changing world.
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