The Defeat of Sisera 1680

Luca Giordano's dynamic "The Defeat of Sisera" (1680) depicts the biblical battle between the Israelites and Canaanites. The painting showcases Giordano's mastery of Baroque style, characterized by dramatic lighting and a sense of movement. The composition focuses on the chaos of the battle, with figures and horses tangled in a whirlwind of action. The central focus is on the divine intervention, with angels descending from the heavens, representing God's wrath against Sisera and his army. This scene, from the Book of Judges, emphasizes the power of faith and God's intervention in human affairs.