“Expulsion Of The Money Changers” is a religious painting created by Stanley Spencer in 1921, belonging to the Neo-Romanticism art movement. The artwork depicts a biblical scene where Jesus expels money changers from the temple, emphasizing spiritual purification and moral integrity.
The artwork features several figures engaged in animated actions against a subdued background. The central figure, evidently representing Jesus, is garbed in white, standing authoritatively and confronting the money changers who seem startled and disarrayed. The use of bold, simplified forms and striking colors reflects the emotional intensity and dramatic nature of the scene. The figures are depicted with minimal detail, emphasizing the physicality of their actions over their individual characteristics, aligning with Spencer’s Neo-Romantic style. The composition captures a moment of dynamic movement, encapsulating the tension and moral fervor of the scene.
