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Primitive Methodists at Prayer, c1889, (c1902). Creator: Unknown
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Primitive Methodists at Prayer, c1889, (c1902). Creator: Unknown
Primitive Methodists at Prayer, c1889, (c1902). After a painting in the Dudley Museums Service collection. Depiction of fishermen in the congregation of the Fore Street Chapel in St Ives, Cornwall. From The Nations Pictures. A selection from the finest modern paintings in the public picture galleries of Great Britain, reproduced in colour. [Cassell and Company Ltd, London, c1902]
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Belief Chapel Congregation Cornwall Faith Fisherman Fishermen Fishing Genre Scene Methodism Methodist Prayer Praying Preacher Preaching Primitive Sentimental St Ives
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This print titled "Primitive Methodists at Prayer" captures a poignant moment in the Fore Street Chapel in St Ives, Cornwall. Taken around 1889 and reproduced in color for The Nations Pictures collection, this image showcases the deep faith and devotion of fishermen who make up the congregation. The scene depicts a group of men engrossed in prayer, their weathered faces reflecting both determination and humility. Their rugged hands clasped together reveal years spent toiling at sea, while their eyes closed in reverence demonstrate an unwavering belief in something greater than themselves. The atmosphere inside the chapel is serene yet charged with spiritual energy. The preacher stands before them, delivering his sermon with passion and conviction. Surrounding him are wooden pews filled with fellow worshippers immersed in their own private conversations with God. This photograph not only serves as a testament to the power of religion but also offers a glimpse into Victorian-era Britain's social fabric. It portrays how individuals from different walks of life found solace and strength within religious communities during challenging times. With its sentimental undertones and masterful composition, this print by William Holt Yates Titcomb encapsulates both historical significance and artistic beauty. It allows us to appreciate the profound impact that faith has had on generations past while reminding us of our shared human need for spirituality even today.
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