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Judith and Holofernes
Jan de Bray
1659 · Oil Paint, Panel
An intense and dramatic 17th-century masterpiece capturing the tension of the biblical story of Judith and Holofernes.
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Where it works
A bold work with active energy with warm, lived-in color — supports a polished room with depth.
- Often works in
- Library · Study · Commercial Space
- Placement
- Reads best as a confident vertical anchor
- Walls
- Benefits from light or mid-tone surroundings
- Color notes
- Charcoal black, Soft gray, Rich brown
About the piece
Created in 1659, Jan de Bray's 'Judith and Holofernes' is a striking example of the Dutch Golden Age's focus on narrative realism and dramatic lighting. The artist uses powerful chiaroscuro to illuminate Judith's focused expression and the glint of the blade against the deep shadows of the bedchamber, resulting in a composition of profound theatrical weight.
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