Artwork
Judith with the head of Holofernes
Judith with the head of Holofernes is an oil painting by the Rococo painting artist Unknown. It dates from 1710 and is held in the collection of the National Museum in Warsaw.
About this work
Overview
Judith with the head of Holofernes is an oil painting depicting a woman holding a severed head and a sword.
Subject & Meaning
The painting illustrates a biblical narrative where Judith beheads Holofernes to save her city. The dramatic scene is conveyed through the woman's pose and the stark contrast between her figure and the dark background.
Technique & Style
The artist employs chiaroscuro, a technique using strong contrasts between light and dark, to create a dramatic effect. The subject is highlighted against a plain, dark background, emphasizing her figure and actions.
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
