Monks Disagree on a Text – Carl Spitzweg– (Disputierende Mönche)– Catholic Gift – Archival Quality Choose Paper Size (Image is Smaller):24x36 Rolled Canvas Poster - Matte Finish If we pursue God

If we pursue God

the thorny border which frames the scene with the crown of roses at the top

"The Crucifixion of Our Lord Jesus Christ

"Carrying of the Cross"

He became a Roman Catholic priest and then a cardinal

Monks Disagree on a Text – Carl Spitzweg– (Disputierende Mönche)– Catholic Gift – Archival Quality Choose Paper Size (Image is Smaller):24x36 Rolled Canvas Poster - Matte Finish If we pursue GodCarl Spitzweg (1808 1885) was a German painter noted for his landscapes and scenes form German life. He had been a pharmacist and a newspaper illustrator before taking up fine art. He became very popular as a painter. He did a number Catholic themed paintings like this, of which we hope to add more, similarly lovely and calm, with outdoorsy touches. Many of his paintings are of monks and hermits. Usually they are alone, reading books or in prayer.