Thursday, September 3, 2009

Great "Mormon" Tabernacle

DISCLAIMER: These images are from old postcards, and should be viewed with caution. While the original photographer was attempting to capture an image, through their medium they inadvertently captured unintended information. This should be kept in mind when looking at these pictures.
What I'm saying is that although the artist was likely just trying to capture a pretty scene, they created a graphic time capsule which trapped the limitations, fears, irrational prejudices and mind-bending stagnation of the soul which was in effect at the time. So I'll keep my commentary to a minimum. Just think of these as being pretty pictures.

Eleventh Image:



From the Post Card: Great "Mormon" Tabernacle, Salt Lake City, Utah.
THE TABERNACLE is one of the largest structures for religious worship in the world. it is 150 by 250 feet and 80 feet high. The arches of the roof rest upon 44 stone piers and have no center support. Its seating capacity is 8,000. It contains one of the finest pipe organs in existence.

Ted Puffer Commentary: The quotes around the word Mormon are from the card, I didn't add them. Also, the tabernacle looks like a circus tent.

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