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Peter Paul Rubens: The Judgment of Solomon

Palestine during the time of David and Solomon

Edward John Poynter: The Visit of the Queen of Sheba to King Solomon

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Also Known As	Shlomo
Flourished	c.975 BCE - c.926 BCE

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