Artwork
Jertfa lui Jeptha
Jertfa lui Jeptha is a print by Juan Ribalta. It dates from 1650 and is held in the collection of the Colecție particulară - Arad.
About this work
Overview
Jertfa lui Jeptha is a painting created by Juan Ribalta around 1650. It is a work in the Spanish Baroque style, characteristic of the artist's heritage and training.
Subject & Meaning
The painting depicts a dramatic scene from the biblical story of Jephthah's sacrifice, showing a kneeling man in armor beside a fallen woman, with two onlookers behind. The figures' expressions and postures convey deep emotion, likely regret or sorrow.
Technique & Style
The work features a strong light-and-shadow effect, achieved through chiaroscuro, which highlights the figures against a dark, indistinct background. The dominant colors are warm and dark, with reds and browns prevailing.
History & Provenance
Juan Ribalta, the son of prominent painter Francisco Ribalta, was influenced by his father's Caravaggisti style. The painting is now part of the Museum of Ethnography's collection.
Artist & collection
Artist
Juan Ribalta (1597 – October 1628) was a Spanish painter of the Baroque period. He was born and died in Valencia. His father, Francisco Ribalta, was a famous painter, active in the style of Caravaggio. Some sources said…
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