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The Head of Saint John the Baptist Presented to Salome
Peter Paul Rubens
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The Beheading of Saint John the Baptist
Martin Hermann Faber
1616 · Oil Paint, Canvas
A powerful Caravaggiesque scene of biblical drama, defined by intense chiaroscuro and masterful rendering of light and shadow.
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A substantial, grounding work 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
- Reads strongest on light or mid-tone walls
- Color notes
- Charcoal black, Olive green
About the piece
Painted in 1616 by Martin Hermann Faber, this striking work captures the somber moment after the execution of Saint John the Baptist. The artist employs a dramatic chiaroscuro technique, contrasting deep shadows with the luminous sheen of the drapery and the silver platter. This composition reflects the influence of the Dutch Caravaggisti, creating a scene of intense emotional and visual gravity suitable for sophisticated gallery settings.
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