St Mary the Virgin Sturminster Marshall Postcard – Judges

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St Mary the Virgin Sturminster Marshall Postcard – Judges

A warm-toned view of Dorset’s historic parish church of St Mary the Virgin, captured with quiet reverence by Judges of Hastings.

Measurements: approx. 5 7/8 x 4 1/8 inches
Dates: unknown
Condition: In decent condition. Please check our images.
Internal notes: QC passed

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Nestled amid ancient yews and low stone walls, the 15th-century tower of St Mary the Virgin rises above the Dorset village of Sturminster Marshall. This tranquil image, bathed in soft gold and mossy greens, evokes the quiet dignity of an English country churchyard — a place of stillness, memory, and enduring presence.

Produced by Judges Ltd., Hastings, one of Britain’s most respected postcard publishers, this photograph exemplifies their restrained, documentary style. The rich texture of the flint stonework, the lichen-covered headstones, and the stark silhouette of leafless branches add a timeless character to the scene. While undated, the aesthetic suggests mid-to-late 20th century, during Judges’ peak in producing ecclesiastical and village views.

To own this postcard is to preserve not only a rural Dorset landmark but also the understated beauty of British heritage photography. A meaningful addition for collectors of churches, Judges postcards, or southern English village scenes.

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