Salomé and the tigers 

"Salomé and the Tigers" is a painting by Rudolf Ernst, a German-born artist known for his historical and mythological subjects. The painting portrays Salomé, a figure from the biblical story of John the Baptist, standing on a marble staircase in a grand interior. Two tigers, chained and positioned on either side of her, add an air of mystery and danger to the scene. The opulent setting and the dramatic pose of Salomé suggest the artist's fascination with the exotic and the allure of the past. This captivating work exemplifies Ernst's masterful use of detail and his ability to capture the grandeur of ancient civilizations.