Holofernes Collection (page 6)

Holofernes - Judith 5. circa 1690

Stove tiles depicting knights named Holofernes and Josua.. Chromolithograph from Jakob Heinrich von Hefner-Altenecks Costumes, Artworks and Appliances from the Middle Ages to the 17th Century

Judith half-length profile left sword right hand
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Judith placing head Holofernes tray held attendant
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Judith head Holofernes places sack held figure
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Judith sword raised right hand placing head Holofernes
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Judith standing right holding head Holofernes
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Judith Holofernes 1645 Engraving Sheet trimmed
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Judith grasping head Holofernes hair looking
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Design Brooch Judith Holding Head Holofernes
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Judith Head Holofernes Engraving Sheet 11 11 / 16 x 10 9 / 16
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Judith Slaying Holofernes Story Judith Holofernes
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Judith head Holofernes left hand sword right
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Judith placing head Holofernes cloth held another female figure
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Judith Head Holofernes n. d Engraving Sheet 2 1 / 2
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Plate 23 Judith Holofernes Battles Old Testament
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Judith looking towards right seated nude atop
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Judith Maid Putting Head Holofernes Bag Woodcut
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Judith giving head Holofernes platter covered
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Judith Holofernes Biblia Frankfurt 1564 Woodcut
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Judith Head Holofernes 18th Century Brown pen
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Judith Head Holofernes Reverse woodcut sheet
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Judith walking left head Holofernes right hand
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Drawings Prints, Print, Judith, maidservant, head, Holofernes, set, within, elaborate
Drawings and Prints, Print, Judith and maidservant with the head of Holofernes, set within an elaborate frame, Artist, Artist, Formerly attributed to, After, Andrea Schiavone (Andrea Meldola)

Judith Head Holofernes ca 1585 Engraving image
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Judith standing ledge holding head Holofernes
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Judith Holding up Head Holofernes 1625-1713
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Drawings Prints, Print, Judith, standing, looking, up, holding, head, Holofernes
Drawings and Prints, Print, Judith standing and looking up, holding the head of Holofernes in her left hand and a sword in her right, tents in the background, after Reni, Artist, After, Guido Reni

Achior Pleading Holofernes Israelites Story Judith
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Judith Head Holofernes ca 1640 Oil canvas 78 1 / 2 x 57 1 / 2
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Holofernes Nebuchadnezzar Judith 2 4-13 1587
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Judith Head Holofernes 18th century-early 19th century
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Judith seated nude sword right hand gazing down
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Pendant Design Judith Holding Head Holofernes
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Judith passing head Holofernes maidservant decapitated Holofernes inside
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Head Woman Looking Up Judith 1625-26 Red black chalk
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THREE JEWISH HEROINES. Esther, Judith & Jael. Woodcut by Hans Burgkmair the Elder, 1519

THREE JEWISH HEROINES. Esther, Judith and Jael. Woodcut by Hans Burgkmair the Elder, 1519

French 16th Century, Holofernes Interrogating Achior, c. 1575, hand-colored woodcut on laid paper

Austrian 15th Century, Judith Killing Holofernes, c. 1460, pen and ink with watercolor on laid paper

Andrea Mantegna or Follower (Possibly Giulio Campagnola), Italian (c. 1431-1506), Judith with the Head of Holofernes, c. 1495-1500, tempera on panel

Veronese (Italian, 1528 - 1588), Studies for Judith and Holofernes, David and Goliath, and Other Compositions [recto], c. 1582, pen and brown ink with brown wash on laid paper

Hans von Aachen (German, 1552 - 1615), Judith and Holofernes, pen and brown ink with brown and gray wash on laid paper; laid down

Follower of Andrea Mantegna, Judith with the Head of Holofernes, c. 1480, pen and dark brown ink with black chalk and white heightening on olive-brown prepared paper laid down on canvas

Judith with the Head of Holofernes, Sandro Botticelli, c. 1497 - c. 1500

Judith and Holofernes, Jan de Bray, 1659

Judit, Jan Collaert II, Philips Galle, Cornelis Kiliaan, 1588-1597

Achior tied to a tree, Pieter Feddes van Harlingen, 1615

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"Holofernes: A Tale of Power, Betrayal, and Triumph in Art" Throughout history, the story has captivated artists and viewers alike. From Gustav Klimt's mesmerizing portrayal in "Judith" to Artemisia Gentileschi's powerful rendition in "Judith and Holofernes, " this biblical narrative continues to inspire awe. The title characters, Judith and Holofernes, have been immortalized by various artists across different time periods. Valentin de Boulogne's 1624 masterpiece showcases the intense confrontation between these two figures, while Andrea Mantegna's interpretation depicts Judith holding the severed head of her enemy with a sense of triumph. In Barthel Beham's work from ca. 1526, we witness Judith as a symbol of strength and resilience. Matania takes it further with his depiction titled "Judith Slayer of Holofernes, " emphasizing her bravery during this pivotal moment. One cannot overlook the dramatic scene portrayed in "Judith beheading Holofernes" by an unknown artist from 1930. The oil on canvas painting captures the raw emotion and violence surrounding this act. Beyond paintings, engravings also play a significant role in portraying this tale. An engraving depicting an initiation ceremony in a women's lodge adds depth to our understanding of female empowerment through Judith's actions. Another engraving illustrates the climactic event itself - the beheading of Assyrian general Holofernes by Israelite Judith - taken from the poem "Judith. " From Klimt to Mantegna, each artist brings their unique perspective to this timeless story that explores themes such as power dynamics, betrayal, and ultimately triumph over adversity. The legacy left behind by these artworks serves as a testament to humanity’s fascination with tales that challenge societal norms and celebrate acts of courage.