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Before Vespers, 1909 (oil on canvas)
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Before Vespers, 1909 (oil on canvas)
CH402500 Before Vespers, 1909 (oil on canvas) by Grutzner, Eduard von (1846-1925); 34.3x25.9 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Vor der Vesper; ); Photo eChristies Images; German, out of copyright
Media ID 22377820
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Apron Beer Bread Habit Merry Stein Tankard Turnip Vespers
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The captivating print of "Before Vespers, 1909" by Eduard von Grutzner takes us back in time to a serene moment within the walls of a monastery. In this oil on canvas masterpiece, we are presented with an intimate scene filled with warmth and camaraderie. A group of monks is depicted standing together, their faces adorned with smiles that radiate joy and contentment. Dressed in traditional habits and caps, they gather around a wooden table covered with delicious food. A loaf of bread sits prominently at the center while turnips and other simple fare complete the spread. Amidst this merry gathering, one monk holds up a tankard filled to the brim with beer - a symbol of conviviality and relaxation after hours spent in prayerful devotion. The three-quarter length portrait captures each figure's unique personality as they engage in conversation or take sips from their steins. Eduard von Grutzner skillfully brings this scene to life through his masterful brushwork and attention to detail. The warm hues and soft lighting create an atmosphere that invites viewers into this tranquil moment before vespers - the evening prayers observed by monastic communities. This remarkable painting serves as a reminder of the importance of community, shared meals, and moments of respite amidst religious duties. It encapsulates both the spiritual devotion and human connection found within monastic life during this period.
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