Poster Print : Monks in Franciscan Mission, Santa Barbara, California, USA
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Monks in Franciscan Mission, Santa Barbara, California, USA
Monks at work in the Sewing Room of the Franciscan Mission, Santa Barbara, California, USA. Date: 1899
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Media ID 14261654
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A4 (29.7 x 21cm) Poster Print
Step back in time with our captivating Monks in Franciscan Mission poster print. This beautiful image, taken in 1899, captures Monks at work in the sewing room of the historic Franciscan Mission in Santa Barbara, California, USA. The intricate details of their robes and the serene expression on their faces transport you to a simpler time. Bring the rich history of the Franciscan Mission into your home or office with this stunning, high-quality poster print from Media Storehouse, sourced from the extensive collection of Mary Evans Prints Online.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 30.3cm x 19cm (11.9" x 7.5")
Estimated Product Size is 30.3cm x 21.6cm (11.9" x 8.5")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This evocative photograph captures a moment in time at the Franciscan Mission in Santa Barbara, California, USA, during the late 1890s. The image shows a group of Franciscan monks deeply engrossed in their work in the sewing room of the mission. The monks are dressed in their traditional brown habits, which they wore as a sign of their dedication to their religious community and vows of poverty, chastity, and obedience. The room is filled with the hum of sewing machines and the sound of fabric being cut and stitched. The monks are seated at long wooden tables, their hands deftly guiding the fabric as they mend and create new items for the mission's needs. The floorboards creak softly underfoot, adding to the sense of tranquility and industry in the room. The Franciscan Mission in Santa Barbara was founded in 1786 and has been an important part of the California mission system. The mission's self-sufficient community relied on the labor of its residents, including the monks, to maintain the mission's operations. The sewing room was an essential part of the mission's economy, providing clothing, bedding, and other textiles for the community. This photograph, taken in 1899, offers a glimpse into the daily life of the Franciscan monks and their dedication to their community. The image is a testament to the importance of hard work, self-sufficiency, and the enduring power of faith in the face of adversity.
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