Judith with the Head of Holofernes by Philip van Dijk. A woman in classical robes holds a severed head while an older woman in a blue veil watches beside a draped curtain.

Judith with the Head of Holofernes

Philip van Dijk

1726 · Oil Paint, Panel

A dramatic and masterfully rendered Baroque-era scene depicting the biblical story of Judith.

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Where it works

A weightier piece with steady character with warm, lived-in color — holds a formal wall with confidence.

Often works in
Library · Study · Dining Room
Placement
Strongest on wider walls where it can anchor the room
Walls
Best where a lighter wall gives it room to show
Color notes
Charcoal black, Rich brown, Soft sage

About the piece

Painted in 1726 by Philip van Dijk, this oil on panel captures the intense moment following Judith's triumph. The work is characterized by the luminous rendering of skin tones and rich fabric textures, set against a dark, atmospheric background that emphasizes the narrative tension.

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