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Joachim among the shepherds by Stanley Spencer

Joachim among the shepherds

Stanley Spencer · 1913

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Artist
Stanley Spencer
Date
1913
Location
Museum of New Zealand Te Papa Tongarewa
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Stanley Spencer

Sir Stanley Spencer reimagined biblical scenes unfolding in his beloved English village of Cookham, transforming local villagers into gospel figures.

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