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Colin McCahon : a question of faith

by Colin McCahon, Marja Bloem, Martin Browne

Prepared for a 2002 travelling exhibition, this volume examines paintings exploring themes of faith and the landscape. It includes a detailed chronology of the artist's life and career alongside a comprehensive bibliography.

Accession 26125 ISBN 0908802919 Publisher Stedelijk Museum Amsterdam
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