Judith with the Head of Holofernes 1620 - 1670

"Judith with the Head of Holofernes" is a 17th-century etching by French artist Grégoire Huret, currently housed in the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York. This artwork depicts the biblical story of Judith, a Jewish widow who, disguised as a temptress, beheads the Assyrian general Holofernes, saving her people from invasion. The etching features Judith with a sword in hand and Holofernes' severed head held aloft, creating a striking visual narrative that captures the dramatic climax of the story. This artwork is an example of the baroque style, known for its dramatic use of light and shadow, exaggerated figures, and attention to detail.