Judith and Holofernes Poster

Experience the gripping drama and intense realism of Caravaggio’s Judith and Holofernes (circa 1598–1599), housed in the Musée des Augustins, Toulouse. This Baroque masterpiece depicts the biblical heroine Judith in the act of beheading the Assyrian general Holofernes, a moment charged with tension, courage, and raw emotion. Caravaggio’s masterful use of chiaroscuro highlights the stark contrasts between light and shadow, focusing attention on Judith’s determined expression and the violent act. The painting is renowned for its naturalistic detail and psychological intensity, breaking from traditional idealized depictions to portray a vivid, human drama. This version is one of two attributed to Caravaggio, with the other in Rome’s Galleria Nazionale d’Arte Antica. Perfect for art lovers and collectors seeking iconic Italian Baroque art and powerful storytelling for their home or office.