Holofernes Collection

Judith, 1901. Artist: Klimt, Gustav (1862-1918)
Judith, 1901. Found in the collection of the Osterreichische Galerie Belvedere, Vienna

Judith and Holofernes, c. 1621. Artist: Gentileschi, Artemisia (1598-1653)
Judith and Holofernes, c. 1621. Found in the collection of the Galleria degli Uffizi, Florence

Judith with the head of Holofernes, c.1610-1615. Creator: Galizia, Fede (1578-1630)
Judith with the head of Holofernes, c.1610-1615. Private Collection

Judith with the head of Holofernes, c.1525. Creator: Catena, Vincenzo di Biagio (around 1470-1531)
Judith with the head of Holofernes, c.1525. Found in the Collection of the Fondazione Querini Stampalia.

Judith with the Head of Holofernes, early 1650s. Creator: Bernardo Cavallino
Judith with the Head of Holofernes, early 1650s. Additional Info: This biblical story is set in the time of the Babylonian siege of Judea

Judith, 1547. Creator: Sebald Beham
Judith, 1547

Judith with the Head of Holophernes, between circa 1535 and circa 1540. Creator: Rosso Fiorentino
Judith with the Head of Holophernes, between circa 1535 and circa 1540

Judith with the Head of Holofernes, between 1570 and 1615. Creator: Cherubino Alberti
Judith with the Head of Holofernes, between 1570 and 1615

Judith with the head of Holofernes, 1752-1819. Creator: Juriaan Andriessen
Judith with the head of Holofernes, 1752-1819

Judith and Holofernes, 1659. Creator: Jan de Bray
Judith and Holofernes, 1659

Judith with the Head of Holofernes, 1725-1824. Creator: Dionisio Calvaert
Judith with the Head of Holofernes, 1725-1824

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

Judith with the Head of Holofernes, 1500-1539. Creator: Pordenone
Judith with the Head of Holofernes, 1500-1539

Judith with the Head of Holophernes, 1647-1705. Creator: Earlier ascribed to Paolo de Matteis (1662-1728)
Judith with the Head of Holophernes, 1647-1705. Earlier ascribed to Paolo de Matteis (1662-1728) and Luca Giordano (1632-1705)

Soldiers Discovering the Body of Holofernes, c. 1550. Creator: Master Of The Liechtenstein Adoration
Soldiers Discovering the Body of Holofernes, c. 1550

Judith with the Head of Holofernes, 16th century. Creator: Massys (Matsys), Jan (1510-1575)
Judith with the Head of Holofernes, 16th century. Found in the collection of the Musee du Louvre, Paris

Judith with the Head of Holofernes. Creator: Christoffel van Sichem I
Judith with the Head of Holofernes

Judith and Holofernes. Creator: Hans von Aachen
Judith and Holofernes

Judith with the Head of Holofernes. Creator: Aegidius Sadeler II
Judith with the Head of Holofernes

Judith and Her Maidservant with the Head of Holofernes, 1659. Creator: Preti, Mattia (1613-1699)
Judith and Her Maidservant with the Head of Holofernes, 1659. Found in the collection of the Palazzo Barberini, Rome

Judith and Her Maidservant with the Head of Holofernes, 1645. Creator: Canlassi (Called Cagnacci)
Judith and Her Maidservant with the Head of Holofernes, 1645. Found in the collection of the Palazzo Barberini, Rome

Judith standing and looking up, holding the head of Holofernes in her left hand and a... 1650-1750. Creator: Anon
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, 1650-1750

Judith holding the head of Holofernes and a sword, her maid behind her at right, 1819. Creator: Mauro Gandolfi
Judith holding the head of Holofernes and a sword, her maid behind her at right, 1819

Judith with the Head of Holofernes, First Half of 16th cen. Creator: Mantegna, Andrea (1431-1506)
Judith with the Head of Holofernes, First Half of 16th cen. Found in the collection of the Muzeum Narodowe, Krakow

Judith standing on a ledge holding the head of Holofernes in her left hand.. 17th century. Creator: Anon
Judith standing on a ledge holding the head of Holofernes in her left hand and a sword in her right, 17th century

Judith with the Head of Holofernes, c. 1520/1530. Creator: Albrecht Altdorfer
Judith with the Head of Holofernes, c. 1520/1530

Judith, 1901. Creator: Klimt, Gustav (1862-1918)
Judith, 1901. Found in the Collection of the -sterreichische Galerie Belvedere, Vienna

Judith and Holofernes and Other Studies (recto); Diana and Endymion (verso), c.1718. Creator: Giuseppe Nicola Nasini
Judith and Holofernes and Other Studies (recto); Diana and Endymion (verso), c.1718

Judith with the Head of Holofernes, n.d. Creator: Girolamo Mocetto
Judith with the Head of Holofernes, n.d

Judith with the Head of Holofernes, n.d. Creator: Marco San Martino
Judith with the Head of Holofernes, n.d

Judith with the Head of Holofernes, 1550/60. Creator: School of Luca Cambiaso Italian, 1527-1588
Judith with the Head of Holofernes, 1550/60

Judith with the head of Holofernes, 1898. Creator: Hermann Hahn
Judith with the head of Holofernes, 1898

Scene of Judith with defence of Betulia. Detail with the decapitation of Holofernes, represented in the marble inlaid work on the Cathedral's floor, in Siena

Scene of Judith with defence of Betulia. Detail with the city of Betulia. Marble inlaid work on the Cathedral's floor, in Siena

Scene of Judith with defence of Betulia. Detail of the marble inlaid work on the Cathedral's floor, in Siena. Siena Cathedral Tarsia, Marquetry Early Renaissance, Renaissance

Judith and Holofernes, bronze, Donato di Niccolo di Betto Bardi said Donatello (1386-1466), Sala dei Gigli, Palazzo Vecchio, Florence Florence Palazzo Vecchio

Judith with the head of Holofernes. Drawing by Andrea Mantegna, in the British Museum in London Great Britain London, British Museum Drawing Early Renaissance, Renaissance

Bas-relief depicting Judith with the head of Holofernes, work by Andrea Briosco. Walls of the Presbytery, Basilica of S. Antonio, Padua Padua Basilica of S

The body of Holofernes, detail of Judith and Holofernes, late work by Donatello, originally located in the Loggia dei Lanzi, Piazza Signoria, now in the Sala dei Gigli of the Palazzo Vecchio

Judith and Holofernes, late work by Donatello, formerly in the Loggia della Signoria, now in the Palazzo Vecchio, Florence

Judith and Holofernes, detail with the pillow and the hand of Holofernes, bronze, Donato di Niccol di Betto Bardi known as Donatello (1386-1466), Sala dei Gigli, Palazzo Vecchio

Face of Holofernes, detail of Judith and Holofernes, late work by Donatello, originally located in the Loggia dei Lanzi, Piazza Signoria, now in the Sala dei Gigli of the Palazzo Vecchio

Rear view of Judith and Holofernes, late work by Donatello, formerly in the Loggia dei Lanzi in the Piazza della Signoria, now in the Sala dei Gigli of the Palazzo Vecchio

Judith and Holofernes, bronze, Donato di Niccol di Betto Bardi said Donatello (1386-1466), Piazza della Signoria, Florence Florence Piazza della Signoria Sculptural Group Early Renaissance

Judith and Holofernes, copy of the work by Donatello, in the Piazza della Signoria, Florence Florence Sculptural Group Early Renaissance, Renaissance, Renaissance-Baroque styles and periods, Europe

Judith feasted by Holofernes (oil on canvas)
1216852 Judith feasted by Holofernes (oil on canvas) by Veronese, (Paolo Caliari) (1528-88) (circle of); 27x57 cm; Ashmolean Museum, University of Oxford, UK; (add.info.: Paolo Caliari)

Judith, ca. 1526. Creator: Barthel Beham
Judith, ca. 1526

Title Characters
A series of illustrations showing title characters from various operas, films and plays, including Daphnis Et Chloe, Hernani, Judith and Holofernes, Samson and Delilah, Abelard and Heloise, Manon

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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.