Judith, from Celebrated Women of the Old Testament 1568 - 1596

Jost Amman's "Judith" is an engraving from his series "Celebrated Women of the Old Testament" created between 1568 and 1596. This piece depicts the biblical heroine Judith, who famously slayed the Assyrian general Holofernes, holding his severed head and a sword. Amman captures Judith's courage and determination in a detailed depiction of her attire and the dramatic pose. This print highlights Amman's skill in depicting the human figure and creating a sense of movement in a small format.