Judith standing and looking up, holding the head of Holofernes in her left hand and a sword in her right, tents in the background, after Reni 1650 - 1750

This 17th-century etching, "Judith standing and looking up, holding the head of Holofernes in her left hand and a sword in her right, tents in the background, after Reni," is a dramatic portrayal of the biblical story of Judith, a widow who beheaded the Assyrian general Holofernes to save her people. The anonymous artist, likely inspired by the work of Guido Reni, depicts Judith with intense emotion, her eyes gazing upwards, holding the severed head aloft. The scene is set in a tent camp, creating a sense of immediacy and tension. The artwork exemplifies the Baroque style's use of dramatic lighting, rich textures, and dynamic compositions.