Judith and her Maidservant 1613
artemisiagentileschi
Palazzo Pitti, Florence, Italy
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green tone
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portrait reference
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neo expressionist
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portrait head and shoulder
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mythology
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facial portrait
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surrealist
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lady
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portrait art
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fine art portrait
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celebrity portrait
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digital portrait
"Judith and her Maidservant" is a Baroque painting by Italian artist Artemisia Gentileschi, completed in 1613. The painting depicts the biblical story of Judith, a Jewish widow, who beheaded Holofernes, a general of the Assyrian army, to save her people from invasion. The painting is known for its dramatic composition, the intense gaze of Judith and the realistic depiction of blood and violence. It is currently housed in the Palazzo Pitti in Florence, Italy.