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Judith with the Head of Holofernes
Bernardo Cavallino
A dramatic 17th-century Italian Baroque painting depicting the biblical heroine Judith with her trophy.
Judith with the Head of Holofernes
Giovanni Gioseffo dal Sole
1695 · Oil Paint, Canvas
This dramatic 17th-century painting captures the biblical heroine Judith in a moment of resolute triumph.
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Where it works
A substantial artwork with a strong pulse in a warmer tonal register — supports a polished room with depth.
- Often works in
- Library · Study · Living Room
- Placement
- Reads best as a confident vertical anchor
- Walls
- Best where a lighter wall gives it room to show
- Color notes
- Charcoal black, Rich brown, Olive green
About the piece
Painted around 1695 by Giovanni Gioseffo dal Sole, this work exemplifies the dramatic chiaroscuro and emotional intensity of the late Baroque period. The scene depicts Judith with her sword, while her elderly attendant secures the head of the general Holofernes, creating a powerful narrative of courage and divine intervention characterized by rich textures and striking lighting.
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