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Judith
Judith is an oil painting by the Flemish Baroque painting artist Gerard Seghers. It dates from 1650 and is held in the collection of the National Museum of Fine Arts, Argentina.
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Overview
The painting 'Judith' is a 17th-century oil painting by Gerard Seghers, a Flemish artist known for his work in the Caravaggisti style.
Subject & Meaning
The work depicts a dramatic biblical scene featuring Judith, a central female figure holding a sword, flanked by a man and another woman, set against a dark background.
Technique & Style
The artist's use of chiaroscuro creates a sense of depth and tension, with a strong light source illuminating the central figure, adding to the overall drama of the scene.
History & Provenance
Created around 1650, 'Judith' is now held in the National Museum of Fine Arts in Buenos Aires, exemplifying Seghers' early work in the Flemish Caravaggisti style.
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Artist & collection
Artist
Gerard Seghers (c. 17 March 1591 – 18 March 1651) was a Flemish painter, art collector, and art dealer. After a period of study and residence in Italy, he returned to Flanders where he became one of the leading…
Museum
National Museum of Fine Arts, Argentina
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