Contains nudity
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Judith with the Head of Holofernes
Giovanni Gioseffo dal Sole
This dramatic 17th-century painting captures the biblical heroine Judith in a moment of resolute triumph.
Judith with the Head of Holofernes
Alexis Grimou
1800 · Oil Paint, Canvas
A dramatic Baroque-style scene depicting the biblical heroine Judith with the head of Holofernes.
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Where it works
A weightier piece with steady character with warm, lived-in color — 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, Deep burgundy, Rich brown
About the piece
This compelling oil painting, attributed to the circle of Alexis Grimou, captures the dramatic aftermath of the biblical story of Judith. The young heroine is depicted in luxurious, textured attire with an elaborate feathered headdress, contrasting sharply with the grim presence of Holofernes' severed head. The work showcases the masterful handling of light and fabric characteristic of the period.
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