Artemisia Gentileschi’s "Judith Beheading Holofernes" (Essay Sample)
view the painting Artemisia Gentileschi’s Judith Beheading Holofernes, c. 1612. Answer the following in essay form using. 1. What is the content of this painting? Explain the story of Judith and Holofernes. 2. What does this picture teach us in regard to morality? Is what Judith is doing morally right? Why or why not? 3. Explain the context of the author in regards to this picture. Who is she? Why does she choose this subject matter? How does this information about this authoress change the way you view this painting?
source..Student’s Name
Professor’s Name
Course
Date
Judith Beheading Holofernes
Context of the Painting
The art depicts a Biblical story whereby Judith went into the encampment of Holofernes who was the leader of the enemy army. Judith and her people had been under siege and needed a heroic act to free them. Therefore, she feigned to want to make a deal and forge an alliance, but it was all pretense. She dressed to her best, that she impressed the general. The general let her guard down and after drinking and eating, the drunk general fell asleep handing Judith an opportunity to strike. Judith struck the general as he slept, slicing into his throat, with the act freeing her
Other Topics:
- Miles Davis and His Contributions to the Development of Music Description: A man was born on May 26, 1926, who would permanently alter the jazz world. The Prince of Darkness, commonly known as Miles Davis, adored music. He contributed to the creation of a brand-new kind of jazz by producing 61 studio albums, 46 compilation albums, 39 live albums, 26 box sets, 57 singles, 4...3 pages/≈825 words| 6 Sources | MLA | Visual & Performing Arts | Essay |
- The Film 'Us' by Jordan Peele, A Reflection of the Current SocietyDescription: The Film Us by Jordan Peele is about a secret underground people called shadow people who are doppelgangers to surface people, mirroring their lives underground. The shadow people come to the fore in the film when the summer vacation of the Wilsons, the main character's family, turns into a nightmare. The Wilson's...6 pages/≈1650 words| 3 Sources | MLA | Visual & Performing Arts | Essay |
- History of Art, Role And ChallengesDescription: From Hokusai’s article, it is clear that art existed as early the 16th century as his father is described to be a metal engraver. Art irrespective of education can be described as a talent with artists like Rauschenberg failing in science but later excelling in art. The artistic work takes various forms of ...1 page/≈275 words| No Sources | MLA | Visual & Performing Arts | Essay |
