Cushion : Taoist and Buddhists priests, a Jesuit and a Confucian
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Taoist and Buddhists priests, a Jesuit and a Confucian
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1655 Buddhist Description Foreign Goyer Jacob Keizer Missionaries Monks Netherlands Pieter Priests Relations
Cushion
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")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) or portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
In this intriguing image from the early modern period, we find an assemblage of priests and monks representing different religious and cultural traditions coming together in China during the mid-17th century. The scene captures a moment of interfaith dialogue and exchange between Taoist and Buddhist priests, a Jesuit missionary, and a Confucian scholar. The Taoist and Buddhist priests are dressed in traditional robes, adorned with symbols of their respective faiths. The Taoist priest holds a fan with a dragon motif, while the Buddhist monk clutches a prayer beads rosary. Their serene expressions and postures convey a sense of deep spiritual contemplation. The Jesuit missionary, represented by the figure in European attire, is identified as Father Jacque Goyer, a French Jesuit who arrived in China in 1633. He is known for his extensive works on Chinese culture, history, and politics, which contributed significantly to the understanding of China in Europe. Goyer's presence in this image underscores the role of European missionaries in facilitating intercultural dialogue and exchange during this period. The Confucian scholar, dressed in a formal robe and hat, is identified as Keizer, a prominent figure in the Chinese government. His inclusion in the image highlights the political dimension of interfaith relations during this time, as well as the importance of Confucianism as a dominant philosophical and ethical system in Chinese society. This photograph, taken from an original woodblock print, offers a unique glimpse into the complex web of religious, cultural, and political interactions that characterized China's encounters with the Western world during the early modern period. It serves as a reminder of the enduring significance of interfaith dialogue and exchange in fostering mutual understanding and respect between different communities.
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