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The First Communion, 1878 (oil on canvas)
3822412 The First Communion, 1878 (oil on canvas) by Morris, Phillip Richard (1838-1902); 49.5x75.3 cm; Calderdale Museums Service, West Yorkshire, UK; eCalderdale Borough Council; British, out of copyright
Media ID 23145828
© Calderdale Borough Council / Bridgeman Images
Bystanders Eucharist Gathering Genre Painting Hymnal Onlookers Rite Of Passage Sacrament Sail Sing Singing Veil Youthful
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The First Communion, 1878
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is a captivating oil on canvas painting by Phillip Richard Morris. This beautifully detailed artwork, measuring 49.5x75.3 cm, is housed in the Calderdale Museums Service in West Yorkshire, UK. The scene depicted in this painting takes us back to a significant religious event - a first communion ceremony. A group of young girls dressed in pristine white garments gather outside near the harbor, ready to embark on their spiritual journey. The calm sea serves as a serene backdrop for this sacred occasion. As the girls prepare to receive the Eucharist, they are surrounded by onlookers and spectators who have come to witness this rite of passage. Women can be seen holding hymnals and singing together in harmony while others observe with reverence. Morris skillfully captures the innocence and youthfulness of these communicants through his meticulous brushwork and attention to detail. Each girl's veil adds an ethereal touch to the composition, symbolizing their purity and devotion. This genre painting not only celebrates Christian traditions but also highlights the importance of community and gathering during religious ceremonies. It reminds us of the significance that rituals hold within our lives and how they connect us spiritually. "The First Communion, 1878" is truly a remarkable piece that transports viewers into a moment frozen in time – capturing both faith and tradition with grace and beauty.
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