Home > Animals > Mammals > Bovidae > Cattle
Blessing domestic animals, Bulgaria, 1887
Wall Art and Photo Gifts from Heritage Images
Blessing domestic animals, Bulgaria, 1887
Blessing domestic animals, Bulgaria, 1887. A print from The Illustrated London News, 12th Febuary 1887
Heritage Images features heritage image collections
Media ID 14946547
© The Print Collector / Heritage-Images
Balkans Benediction Blessing Bulgaria Bulgarian Cattle Cows Farm Farm Animal Farm Animals Livestock Livestock Farming Orthodox Peasant Peasants Priest Print Collector9 Schonberg Sheep Traditional Dress
FEATURES IN THESE COLLECTIONS
> Animals
> Farm
> Cattle
> Related Images
> Animals
> Farm
> Sheep
> Related Images
> Animals
> Mammals
> Bovidae
> Cattle
> Animals
> Mammals
> Bovidae
> Sheep
> Europe
> Bulgaria
> Related Images
> Popular Themes
> Sheep
Blessing Domestic Animals, Bulgaria, 1887 - A Glimpse into the Rich Traditions of Bulgarian Farming
EDITORS COMMENTS
. This print from The Illustrated London News takes us back to a humble village in Bulgaria during the late 19th century. In this enchanting scene, we witness a deeply rooted tradition - the blessing of domestic animals. Amidst a picturesque backdrop of rustic buildings and rolling hills, men dressed in traditional Bulgarian costumes gather alongside their prized cattle and sheep. A priest stands at the center, his presence symbolizing the importance of religion in these rural communities. The engraving beautifully captures both the religious significance and practicality behind this ritual. As Christianity played an integral role in Bulgarian culture, it was believed that by receiving blessings for their livestock, farmers would ensure health and prosperity for their flocks throughout the year. The image not only showcases the strong bond between man and animal but also highlights the resilience of these hardworking peasants who relied on farming as their livelihood. Their weathered faces tell tales of perseverance amidst poverty while exemplifying unwavering faith. Preserved through time by The Print Collector's meticulous workmanship, this historical artifact offers us a glimpse into a bygone era when agriculture formed the backbone of society. It serves as a reminder that traditions like these are woven into our cultural fabric - connecting generations past with those yet to come.
MADE IN THE UK
Safe Shipping with 30 Day Money Back Guarantee
FREE PERSONALISATION*
We are proud to offer a range of customisation features including Personalised Captions, Color Filters and Picture Zoom Tools
FREE COLORIZATION SERVICE
You can choose advanced AI Colorization for this picture at no extra charge!
SECURE PAYMENTS
We happily accept a wide range of payment options so you can pay for the things you need in the way that is most convenient for you
* Options may vary by product and licensing agreement. Zoomed Pictures can be adjusted in the Basket.
