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Selling Indulgences C15
Jesuits sell indulgences to the people of Lucerne, Switzerland - the populace give the Church money in return for spending a shorter period in Purgatory... Date: 15th century
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Catholicism Give Indulgences Jesuits Lucerne Money Populace Purgatory Return Sell Selling Shorter Spending 15th
22"x18" Modern Frame
Step back in time with our captivating 'Selling Indulgences C15' Framed Print by Mary Evans Prints Online. This intriguing piece of art depicts the Jesuits selling indulgences to the people of Lucerne, Switzerland during the 15th century. Indulgences were a form of payment granted by the Church, offering the promise of reduced time in Purgatory. Bring this historical moment into your home or office with our expertly crafted and beautifully framed print. A must-have for history enthusiasts and art collectors alike.
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 45.7cm x 50.8cm (18" x 20")
Estimated Product Size is 45.7cm x 55.9cm (18" x 22")
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 evocative 15th century print captures the controversial practice of Indulgence sales, as carried out by the Jesuit Order in the bustling town of Lucerne, Switzerland. Indulgences were a significant aspect of medieval Catholicism, offering the promise of a shorter period in Purgatory in exchange for financial contributions to the Church. The image portrays a crowd of people, eagerly approaching the Jesuit priests, ready to make their offerings. The priests, dressed in their distinctive robes and hats, are shown collecting the money from the faithful, their expressions suggesting a mixture of piety and business acumen. The print underscores the complex relationship between religion and commerce during this period, as well as the widespread belief in the power to reduce one's time in Purgatory. This poignant snapshot from the past invites us to reflect on the historical context of Indulgences and their enduring impact on the spiritual and financial landscape of the 15th century.
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