Judith and Holofernes

1613

Antonio Tempesta

Associated Names
Antonio Tempesta

Artist, Florentine, 1555 - 1630

The image shows a camp scene with detailed elements. An elaborately dressed figure is emerging from a tent, while another figure is partially obscured inside the tent, reaching towards something on the ground. The tent has intricate textile patterns and there are other elements like furniture inside. Outside, there are various tents in a campsite. A large fire burns in the background, casting shadows. Horses are grazing nearby, along with individuals resting or being active.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    etching

  • Credit Line

    Ailsa Mellon Bruce Fund

  • Accession Number

    1974.55.40

  • Catalogue Raisonné

    Bartsch, no. 258, State i/ii


Artwork history & notes

Exhibition History

1990

  • Eva/Ave: Woman in Renaissance and Baroque Prints, NGA, 1990, no. 30, repro.

Bibliography

1802

  • Bartsch, Adam. Le peintre graveur. 21 vols. Vienna, 1802-1821: Adam. Le peintre graveur. 21 vols. Vienna: J.V. Degen, 1802-1821.

1990

  • Russell 1990, cat.no.30.

Wikidata ID

Q65565717

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