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St Editha and the Nuns of St Mary, 1908. Creator: Thomas Matthews Rooke
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St Editha and the Nuns of St Mary, 1908. Creator: Thomas Matthews Rooke
St Editha and the Nuns of St Mary, 1908. After a design by Ford Madox Brown. St. Editha is on the left holding a staff. In front of her are two nuns picking roses. next to them is a nun praying and another handing a rose to an infant Jesus. The Virgin Mary stands on the right with Jesus in her arms. Thomas Rooke worked as Burne-Joness studio assistant from 1869 until the latters death in 1898
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St Editha and the Nuns of St Mary, 1908 - A Beautiful Depiction of Devotion and Grace
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. This print captures a poignant moment in religious history. Created by Thomas Matthews Rooke, it beautifully depicts "St Editha and the Nuns of St Mary" based on a design by Ford Madox Brown. The scene unfolds with St Editha standing on the left, holding a staff symbolizing her spiritual authority. In front of her, two nuns delicately pick roses as an offering to their faith. The composition also features another nun deep in prayer while beside her, an infant Jesus is tenderly handed a rose. On the right side stands the Virgin Mary cradling baby Jesus in her arms, radiating maternal love and divine grace. Rooke's artistic style reflects his time spent as Burne-Jones' studio assistant during the late 19th century. The painting showcases intricate details such as Gothic architecture and heraldic coats of arms that add depth to this religious tableau. Displayed at Birmingham Museum and Art Gallery, this masterpiece invites viewers into a world where spirituality intertwines with nature's beauty. It evokes feelings of serenity and reverence for Saint Editha - known for her devotion to Christianity - while highlighting themes of infancy, prayer, and religious symbolism. Through its vibrant colors and meticulous brushstrokes, this artwork serves as both a testament to Rooke's talent as an artist and a visual representation of faith that continues to inspire generations today.
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