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BLIND HOPE AT LOURDES
The crowd throng to Lourdes, led by Hope - blindfolded - and a feeble priest, while Death brings up the rear... Date: 1894
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1894 Blind Blindfolded Brings Feeble Hope Lourdes Priest Rear Throng Visions Paranormal
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Refresh your home decor with a beautiful full photo 16"x16" (40x40cm) cushion, complete with cushion pad insert. Printed on both sides and made from 100% polyester with a zipper on the bottom back edge of the cushion cover. Care Instructions: Warm machine wash, do not bleach, do not tumble dry. Warm iron inside out. Do not dry clean.
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Estimated Product Size is 40cm x 40cm (15.7" x 15.7")
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Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) or portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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This haunting image captures the scene at Lourdes in 1894, as a crowd of believers throngs towards the sacred site. At the forefront is Hope, blindfolded and leading the way with unwavering faith. Despite her lack of sight, she exudes a sense of conviction and trust in something greater than herself.
Behind Hope walks a feeble priest, symbolizing the fragility of human strength in comparison to divine power. His presence serves as a reminder that even those who are meant to guide us can be vulnerable and reliant on higher forces.
Bringing up the rear is Death, a stark contrast to the hopeful atmosphere surrounding him. His presence hints at the inevitable cycle of life and death that we all must face, regardless of our beliefs or desires.
This print is not just a historical document but also a powerful commentary on themes such as faith, mortality, and spirituality. It invites viewers to contemplate their own relationship with these concepts and consider how they navigate through life's uncertainties.
As we gaze upon this image from over a century ago, we are reminded that hope can shine brightest in moments of darkness and uncertainty. And perhaps it is through embracing our vulnerabilities and acknowledging our mortality that we can truly find peace and purpose in this world.
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