Samson and Delilah 1610

"Samson and Delilah" is a dramatic Baroque painting by Peter Paul Rubens, created in 1610 and currently housed at the National Gallery in London. The painting depicts the biblical story of Samson, a strongman whose strength is tied to his hair, being betrayed by Delilah, who cuts it while he sleeps, leading to his capture by the Philistines. The painting highlights the dramatic moment of betrayal, with vivid colors and a sense of urgency conveyed through the figures' gestures and the composition. It is a powerful and evocative example of Rubens' masterful use of color and movement.