Marianne Leaving the Judgement Seat of Herod 1887

"Marianne Leaving the Judgement Seat of Herod" (1887) by John William Waterhouse is a Pre-Raphaelite painting depicting a moment from the biblical story of Salome. The painting shows Salome, in a white gown, leaving the judgment seat where she had just demanded the head of John the Baptist. The setting is rich and detailed, evoking the grandeur of a Roman court, with marble floors, ornate columns, and a golden lion statue. Waterhouse's signature style, characterized by its meticulous detail and evocative imagery, perfectly captures the drama and tension of this biblical scene.