Symbolism in the 'The Four Elements' | Paintings | The National Gallery, London

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Decode these unusual paintings by Beuckelaer, looking beyond the abundant food to the religious messages behind these works - with James Heard, National Gallery Education.

Read about the painting, learn the key facts and zoom in to discover more on the National Gallery website:
http://www.nationalgallery.org.uk/paintings/joachim-beuckelaer-the-four-elements-fire

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