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Going to Church, 1864. Creator: Wilhelm Sohn
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Going to Church, 1864. Creator: Wilhelm Sohn
Going to Church, 1864
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1860s Daily Life Duty Genre Scene Obedience Obedient Spire Sunday Sunday Best Virtue Virtuous Walters Art Museum Watercolour On Paper
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Going to Church
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is a captivating watercolor painting by Wilhelm Sohn, created in the heart of the 19th century, specifically in the 1860s. The scene depicts a trio of individuals, two women and a young man, dressed in their finest Sunday best, making their way to church through a rustic, rural landscape. The women wear voluminous, dark skirts and white blouses, while the young man dons a collared shirt and trousers, all embodying the fashion of the time. The painting's background showcases the picturesque beauty of the German countryside, with lush, green fields stretching out towards the horizon and a quaint, red-roofed church spire rising in the distance. The church, with its architectural features and intricate details, stands as a symbol of obedience, virtue, and religious duty. The three figures in the painting, with their heads bowed and hands folded, exude an air of obedience and reverence, reflecting the deeply rooted Christian values of the time. The painting, titled "Going to Church," is a poignant representation of daily life in rural Germany during the nineteenth century, capturing the essence of regionalism and the importance of faith in people's lives. This masterpiece by Wilhelm Sohn is a treasure of heritage art, currently housed in the Walters Art Museum, and serves as a reminder of the rich history and cultural traditions that have shaped our world. The watercolor on paper painting, with its intricate details and beautiful color palette, invites viewers to take a step back in time and experience the simplicity and beauty of a bygone era.
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