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Judith and Holofernes
Oil on canvas, 297 x 198 cm, by
Horace Vernet, 1829
Musée des Beaux-Arts, Pau
 

The biblical heroine Judith, moments before beheading the Assyrian general Holofernes, displays her calm yet unwavering resolve. The portrayal highlights her poised expression, preparing for the decisive act. This work was praised for its emotional depth and remarkable technical execution when first displayed in Paris in 1831. The Italian composer, Federico Ricci, served as the model for Holofernes.