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Trial of Witch in Puritan America, 17th century
The Trial of a Witch, 17th century Puritan America. Illustration for the play " Giles Corey, Yeoman" by Mary E Wilkins (Mary Eleanor Wilkins Freeman), American novelist and playwright. Wood engraving 1892
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Media ID 9700757
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17th Century 1892 Female Likeness Head And Shoulders Judge Occult Superstition Theatre Trail Witchcraft Accusation Theatre Play Yeoman
A2 (59.4 x 42cm) Poster Print
Step back in time with our captivating Trial of Witch Poster Print from Media Storehouse. This evocative image, sourced from Universal Images Group (UIG), transports you to 17th century Puritan America. Witness the intensity of the trial, as depicted in Mary E. Wilkins' play "Giles Corey, Yeoman." Add this historical masterpiece to your home or office to ignite conversations and inspire curiosity. Experience the past like never before with our high-quality poster prints.
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 39.4cm x 59.4cm (15.5" x 23.4")
Estimated Product Size is 42cm x 59.4cm (16.5" x 23.4")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This wood engraving from 1892 takes us back to the chilling atmosphere of Puritan America in the 17th century. Depicting a scene from the play "Giles Corey, Yeoman" by Mary E Wilkins Freeman, it transports us to a time when witch trials and superstitions held sway over society. In this illustration, we witness a dramatic moment during the trial of a witch. The full-length image shows individuals sitting, standing, and praying while an occult presence looms in the background. The judge presides with stern authority as accusations fly amidst an air thick with religious fervor and fear. The artist skillfully captures both male and female likenesses in haunting detail. Their expressions convey spirituality mixed with trepidation as they grapple with questions of guilt or innocence. This side view perspective allows us to immerse ourselves fully into this historical event. As we gaze upon this print, we are reminded of the dark chapters in human history where hysteria fueled persecution based on mere suspicion and hearsay. It serves as a stark reminder of how easily fear can distort judgment and lead to tragic consequences. Through its intricate details and powerful symbolism, this wood engraving invites us to reflect on our own beliefs, prejudices, and capacity for empathy. It stands as a testament to literature's ability to shed light on past injustices while urging us towards greater understanding and compassion in our present-day world.
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