Framed Print : Transubstantiation C1840
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Transubstantiation C1840
Mary, in Heaven, feeds Jesus into a mincer, so that pieces of his flesh come out as wafers for use in the Mass Date: circa 1840
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Media ID 14289815
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1840 C1840 Communion Concepts Feeds Flesh Heaven Jesus Kneeling Machinery Mass Mincer Pieces Priest Sacrilege Wafers Windmill Transubstantiation
22"x18" (58x48cm) Modern Frame
Experience the captivating art of the past with our Framed Prints from Media Storehouse, featuring the thought-provoking image "Transubstantiation C1840" by Rights Managed from Mary Evans Prints Online. This intriguing artwork, dating back to circa 1840, presents a unique interpretation of the Transubstantiation, with Mary feeding Jesus into a mincer to create the wafers used in the Mass. Each print is beautifully framed and ready to hang, adding a touch of history and intrigue to any space. Bring the beauty and depth of art history into your home with Media Storehouse Framed Prints.
Wood effect frame, card mounted, 16x12 archival quality photo print. Overall outside dimensions 22x18 inches (58x48cm). Environmentally and ozone friendly, 40mm wide x 15mm Polycore® moulding has the look of real wood, is durable and light and easy to hang. Biodegradable and made with non-chlorinated gases (no toxic fumes) it is efficient; producing 100 tons of polystyrene can save 300 tons of trees! Prints are glazed with lightweight, shatterproof, optical clarity acrylic (providing the same general protection from the environment as glass). The back is stapled hardboard with a sawtooth hanger attached. Note: To minimise original artwork cropping, for optimum layout, and to ensure print is secure, the visible print may be marginally smaller
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 24.9cm x 39.6cm (9.8" x 15.6")
Estimated Product Size is 47.8cm x 57.9cm (18.8" x 22.8")
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 image, titled "Transubstantiation," dates back to circa 1840 and offers a unique perspective on the intricate theological concept of the Catholic Church. The print depicts Mary, the mother of Jesus, in heavenly realms, engaged in the miraculous process of the Eucharist. Instead of the traditional representation of a priest transforming the bread and wine into the body and blood of Christ during the Mass, this illustration presents an unusual interpretation. Mary, dressed in regal attire, stands before an intricate machine reminiscent of a mincer or a windmill. She tenderly reaches into the apparatus, her expression filled with reverence and compassion. Inside the machine, Jesus is shown in an agonizing pose, as if being ground into fine pieces. The image is a striking representation of the belief in the real presence of Christ in the Eucharist, with Mary acting as the divine intermediary. The concept of Transubstantiation, the belief that during the Mass, the substance of the bread and wine is transformed into the actual body and blood of Christ, has been a source of fascination and controversy throughout history. This print, with its intriguing depiction of the process, offers a glimpse into the rich symbolism and complex theological ideas that have shaped the Catholic faith. The kneeling figure in the foreground, perhaps a priest or a devout worshiper, adds a sense of awe and reverence to the scene. The historical context of this print, circa 1840, further emphasizes the importance of the Eucharist in the Catholic tradition and the enduring fascination with the mysteries of the faith.
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