Artwork
Judith med Holofernes' hoved
Judith med Holofernes' hoved is a photography by Unknown. It dates from 1851 and is held in the collection of the Statens Museum for Kunst.
About this work
Overview
Judith med Holofernes' hoved is a photograph created around 1851 by an unknown artist. It is part of the collection at the Museum of Ethnography.
Subject & Meaning
The image depicts a woman, likely Judith from the biblical narrative, standing with a calm demeanor and holding a rolled cloth, presumably containing Holofernes' head. Her serene expression contrasts with the violent act associated with the story.
Technique & Style
The photograph is in black and white, with a plain and blurry background that emphasizes the subject. Soft lighting highlights the details of her face and dress, creating a striking contrast against the dark backdrop.
Artist & collection
Domestic Scene
Giacomo and Cardinal Marco, investing Andrea, Abbot of San Zeno, with his Benefice
The Nymph of Fontainebleau
Portrait of a Woman
Madonna and Child with Saints in the Enclosed Garden
Venus and Minerva
Family Group of Four on Sofa
Wall painting from Room H of the Villa of P. Fannius Synistor at Boscoreale
