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PURITANISM IN COLONIES
The Puritan governor interrupting the Christmas sports Date: 1621
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Media ID 20149551
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1621 Colonies Governor Puritan Puritans Interrupting Puritanism
30"x20" (76x51cm) Canvas Print
Bring the historical depth of Puritanism in the Colonies into your home with our exquisite Canvas Prints from Media Storehouse. Featuring an evocative image from Mary Evans Prints Online, this print captures the moment of tension as a Puritan governor interrupts the Christmas sports in 1621. Each Canvas Print is meticulously crafted with premium materials, ensuring vibrant colors and stunning detail that bring history to life. Elevate your decor and transport yourself back in time with this captivating piece.
Delivered stretched and ready to hang our premium quality canvas prints are made from a polyester/cotton blend canvas and stretched over a 1.25" (32mm) kiln dried knot free wood stretcher bar. Packaged in a plastic bag and secured to a cardboard insert for safe transit.
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Estimated Product Size is 76.2cm x 50.8cm (30" x 20")
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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This evocative print captures the tense moment when Puritan Governor John Carver interrupts the Christmas celebrations in Plymouth Colony in 1621. The image vividly portrays the clash between the old world traditions of merriment and the new world values of piety and hard work embodied by the Puritans. The scene is set in a bustling colonial village, with villagers engaged in various Christmas activities. Men are shown playing games, such as stoolball and shovel shove, while women and children look on. In the foreground, a group of revelers are seen feasting and drinking, oblivious to the approaching Governor Carver. Suddenly, the Puritan leader emerges from the shadows, his stern expression contrasting sharply with the jovial atmosphere around him. He raises his hand, signaling an end to the festivities. The villagers pause, taken aback by the unexpected interruption. The print masterfully conveys the sense of unease and uncertainty that must have hung in the air as the Puritan governor enforced his strict religious beliefs upon the community. The Puritans, who had fled England to escape religious persecution, brought with them a strong commitment to their faith. They believed that the celebration of Christmas, with its pagan origins and secular excesses, was a waste of time and energy. Instead, they focused on hard work and prayer, seeking to build a godly community in the New World. This print provides a fascinating glimpse into the early history of America, illustrating the challenges and complexities of establishing a new society in a foreign land. It also serves as a reminder of the enduring power of faith and the role it plays in shaping the values and traditions of a community.
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