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Quaker Meeting / R & Pugin
A Quakers Meeting in a London meeting-house : the men and women are seated separately, the women wearing their bonnets, the men their hats
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1809 Bonnets Gallery Meeting Pugin Quaker Quakerism Quakers Separately
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This evocative photograph print, sourced from Mary Evans Picture Library, captures a Quaker Meeting in a London meeting-house during the late 1800s. The image offers a glimpse into the unique religious practices and social structure of the Quaker community during this period. Quakers, also known as the Religious Society of Friends, are a Christian denomination known for their emphasis on the inner light of God and the equality of all people. In this photograph, we see men and women seated separately, reflecting the Quaker belief in gender segregation during meetings for worship. The women in the photograph are dressed in simple, modest attire, with each wearing a bonnet, a traditional head covering worn by Quaker women as a sign of humility and respect. The men, on the other hand, are dressed in hats and coats, reflecting the more formal attire of the time. The meeting-house itself is a testament to the Quaker commitment to simplicity and functionality. The plain, unadorned interior is devoid of religious symbols or icons, reflecting the Quaker belief in the inner light of God and the rejection of external trappings. The photograph was taken in 1809, a time when Quakerism was still a relatively small and marginalized religious community in England. The image offers a rare glimpse into the daily life and practices of this unique and influential religious group. The photograph was taken by the renowned English architect and designer, Augustus Welby Northmore Pugin, who was known for his Gothic Revival designs and his deep commitment to the principles of the Catholic faith. Despite his own religious beliefs, Pugin's documentation of Quaker practices offers a valuable historical record of this important religious community.
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