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Taking the veil
Taking the veil at the church of the convent of the most Holy Trinity at Bermondsey, which opened for the reception of the sisterhood of the Order of our blessed Lady of Mercy in November 1839. Date: 1842
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1840s 1842 Apr21 Belief Bermondsey Blessed Catholicism Ceremony Convent Devotee Devotees Devotion Faith Mercy Nuns Order Sisters Taking Trinity Veil Sisterhood
A2 (59.4 x 42cm) Poster Print
Experience the rich history and tradition of religious life with our exquisite selection of Media Storehouse Poster Prints, featuring the captivating image of "Taking the Veil" by Mary Evans Picture Library. This stunning photograph, taken at the Church of the Convent of the Most Holy Trinity in Bermondsey in 1839, captures the profound moment of a sister taking her vows in the Order of Our Blessed Lady of Mercy. Add this beautiful and inspiring print to your home or office as a reminder of faith, commitment, and the enduring power of tradition.
A2 Poster (59.4 x 42cm, 23.4" x 16.5" inches) printed on 170gsm Satin Poster Paper. Securely packaged, rolled and inserted into a strong mailing tube and shipped tracked. Poster Prints are of comparable archival quality to our Photographic prints, they are simply printed on thinner Poster Paper. Whilst we only use Photographic Prints in our frames, you can frame Poster Prints if they are carefully supported to prevent sagging over time.
Poster prints are budget friendly enlarged prints in standard poster paper sizes (A0, A1, A2, A3 etc). Whilst poster paper is sometimes thinner and less durable than our other paper types, they are still ok for framing and should last many years. Our Archival Quality Photo Prints and Fine Art Paper Prints are printed on higher quality paper and the choice of which largely depends on your budget.
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 47.3cm x 42cm (18.6" x 16.5")
Estimated Product Size is 59.4cm x 42cm (23.4" x 16.5")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
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Taking the Veil" is a poignant and evocative image capturing a significant moment in the lives of these young women as they commit themselves to a life of devotion and service within the Sisterhood of Our Blessed Lady of Mercy, at the Church and Convent of the Most Holy Trinity in Bermondsey, London, in 1842. The Sisterhood, founded in 1831, was the first English congregation of the Order of Our Lady of Mercy, a Catholic religious order dedicated to the care of the sick and the poor. The sisters, dressed in their simple white habits and veils, are seen gathered around the novices taking their final vows. The novices, with their unveiled faces, appear nervous yet resolute as they prepare to join their sisters in this sacred commitment. The veiled sisters, with their serene expressions and gentle gazes, offer support and encouragement. The church, with its ornate Gothic Revival architecture, serves as a backdrop to this spiritual milestone. The stained glass windows filter the sunlight, casting a warm glow over the scene. The sisters' devotion and faith are palpable, as they come together in this sacred space to celebrate the deepening of their commitment to their Order and to their belief in the mercy and love of God. This image, taken in the 1840s, offers a glimpse into the religious and social landscape of Britain during this period, and the enduring power of faith and devotion. The sisters' commitment to their Order and to the care of the sick and the poor continues to inspire and resonate with people today, making this a powerful and moving image that speaks to the enduring power of faith and the human spirit.
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