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Praying to Saints
A French girl prays to her favourite saints, asking that she may be married to a nice young man who will not drink too much, who will not be jealous, and love her alone
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Media ID 4344351
© Mary Evans Picture Library 2015 - https://copyrighthub.org/s0/hub1/creation/maryevans/MaryEvansPictureID/10047609
Favourite Jealous Married Nice Prayer Praying Prays Saints
12"x9" (30x23cm) Canvas Print
"Bring the enchanting world of 'Praying to Saints' into your home with Media Storehouse Canvas Prints. This exquisite image, sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, captures a poignant moment of faith and hope as a young French girl fervently prays to her beloved saints for a loving and faithful husband. The rich colors and intricate details of this Rights Managed artwork come alive on our premium canvas, making it a stunning addition to any room. Transform your space into a gallery with this beautiful piece of history and tradition."
Delivered stretched and ready to hang our premium quality canvas prints are made from a polyester/cotton blend canvas and stretched over a 1.25" (32mm) kiln dried knot free wood stretcher bar. Packaged in a plastic bag and secured to a cardboard insert for safe transit.
Canvas Prints add colour, depth and texture to any space. Professionally Stretched Canvas over a hidden Wooden Box Frame and Ready to Hang
Estimated Product Size is 22.9cm x 30.5cm (9" x 12")
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
This evocative image captures the deep devotion and heartfelt longing of a young French girl as she prays to her favorite saints for a husband who will embody the qualities she desires most. Dressed in the modest attire of the early 20th century, the girl fervently bows her head before the holy icons, her hands clasped in supplication. Her eyes are closed in concentration, her face a picture of intense focus and hope. The year is 1904, and the scene unfolds in the quiet, reverent atmosphere of a small, dimly-lit chapel. The girl's favorite saints, depicted in the ornate gilded frames on the walls, look down upon her with compassionate expressions, offering their guidance and intercession. The young woman's prayer is a poignant reminder of the role that faith and spirituality played in the lives of many people during this period. She humbly asks for a husband who is 'nice,' a term that suggests kindness, good character, and respectability. She also requests that he be 'who will not drink too much,' indicating a concern for his health and temperament. Furthermore, she prays for a man who 'will not be jealous' and 'will love her alone,' revealing her desire for a deep, loving, and committed partnership. This poignant moment in the girl's life is a testament to the enduring power of faith and the human capacity for hope, even in the face of the unknown. The image invites us to reflect on the universal themes of love, longing, and the search for happiness, while also offering a glimpse into the rich history and cultural traditions of France during the early 20th century.
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