While the world burns. I was lucky enough to see this painting in person last week. Judith with the head of Holofernes. Her face is luminescent. I didn't know the artist. Turns out Holofernes is a self-portrait and Judith the artist's once-upon-a-time lover. It burns. Tweet added by Helen Castor @hrcastor

Helen Castor

5 years

While the world burns. I was lucky enough to see this painting in person last week. Judith with the head of Holofernes. Her face is luminescent. I didn't know the artist. Turns out Holofernes is a self-portrait and Judith the artist's once-upon-a-time lover. It burns.

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Helen Castor

@hrcastor

5 years

Judith with the head of Holofernes by Cristofano Allori, 1613

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Gareth Musson

@Gareth_Musson

5 years

@hrcastor A tad gruesome, but glad u got to see the actual painting. I hope this heat isn’t too uncomfortable for you?

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Helen Castor

@hrcastor

5 years

@Gareth_Musson Cooler now, thank goodness!

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Wayne

@wayneq4444

5 years

@hrcastor stunning work

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Russell Bloor

@MoonCat666

5 years

@hrcastor Awkward date night.

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Speedicut

@11frost11

5 years

@hrcastor Lazy eye a nice touch.

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Colin sherlock

@nocylad

5 years

@hrcastor It's Lisa from Eggheads!

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JoJaSciPo

@strangetruther

5 years

@hrcastor Decapitation is indeed a particularly vivid dramatic statement. I am however more gripped by Debra, who nailed her husband's head to the floor. Gotta admire the inventiveness.

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