1903 Print Botticelli Art Judith Holofernes Head Beheading Bethulia Hebrew XAF1
This image depicts the Hebrew widow Judith and the captive Bethulia fleeing with the head of Holofernes after beheading him while he was in a drunken state. The coastal invading general Holofernes was the object of great revenge after he forced the Jewish people of the conquered lands to solely worship the god Nebuchadnezzar. Judith rescued Bethulia from Holofernes after Judith entered Holofernes' camp, seduced him and beheaded him. After the beheading, the Hebrews were able to defeat Holofernes' men.
CONDITION
This 108+ year old Item is rated Near Mint. Light aging throughout. No Creases. No Natural Defects. No Surface Rub. No Tears. No Water Damage.
- Product Type: Original Halftone Print; Black / White
- Grade: Near Mint
- Dimensions: Approximately 5.25 x 6.5 inches; 13 x 17 cm
- Authentication: Serial-Numbered Certificate of Authenticity w/ Full Provenance
- Protection: Packaged in a custom archival sleeve with an acid-free black board (great for display, gift-giving, and preservation)
This piece was illustrated by Botticelli, Alessandro. There is no visible artist signature.
Keywords specific to this image: Early Italian Renaissance Painting, Sword, Weapons, Weaponry, Italian Artists, Death, Historic Battles, Jewish
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