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SOCIAL / BRITAIN VICAR 18C
The vicar of the parish receiving tithes from a woman and a small boy Date: 1793
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1793 Parish Protestant Receiving Respect Vicar Tithes
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This evocative 18th century print, titled "The Vicar of the Parish Receiving Tithes," offers a glimpse into the social fabric of rural Britain during the 18th century. Dated 1793, this scene captures the moment of the annual tithe collection, a significant event in the religious and agricultural calendar. The vicar, dressed in his formal robes and white surplice, sits at a makeshift table in a humble cottage. He receives offerings from a pious woman, her modest dress and respectful demeanor reflecting the deep-rooted Christian values of the community. A small boy, perhaps her son, stands beside her, holding out a basket of produce as his contribution to the tithe. This poignant image underscores the close connection between religion and daily life in rural Britain during this era, as well as the sense of respect and reverence that permeated such transactions. The print serves as a poignant reminder of the enduring traditions and values that shaped the social and religious landscape of the time.
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