The Kiss of Judas 

"The Kiss of Judas" is an expressive painting by Sirak Skitnik, a Russian artist active in the early 20th century. The work depicts a dramatic moment from the biblical story of Jesus' betrayal, with the focus on Jesus' face and a swirling, abstract mass representing Judas' embrace. The use of bold, graphic lines and flat, contrasting colors give the painting a distinct cubist quality. This style, popularized by artists like Picasso and Braque, often emphasized geometric shapes and fragmented forms to represent the world in a more abstract way. Skitnik's "The Kiss of Judas" showcases his masterful use of the cubist aesthetic to convey the emotional intensity of this pivotal religious event.