The Story of Judith and Holofernes
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Who did Assyrian king Nebuchadnezzar send to besiege the Jewish city of Bethulia?

  • Judith
  • Salome
  • Jael (correct)
  • John the Baptist

    • How did Judith kill Holofernes?

  • She shot him with an arrow
  • She poisoned him
  • She suffocated him (correct)
  • She stabbed him

    • In what way did Jael kill the Canaanite general Sisera?

  • She stabbed him with a dagger (correct)
  • She suffocated him
  • She drowned him
  • She poisoned him

    • During which era did Judith beheading Holofernes become an opportunity for painters to indulge in gore?

    <p>Baroque era</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who painted an explicit depiction of the very moment Judith cuts Holofernes’s throat?

    <p>Caravaggio</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What did Artemisia Gentileschi's treatment of the character Judith convey?

    <p>Her interpretation of female rage</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In which period did Judith fully morph into a desirable femme fatale?

    <p>Belle Époque</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which biblical figure is Judith often associated with in medieval manuscripts?

    <p>Virgin Mary</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In which manuscript from 1140 is Judith shown standing victorious over Holofernes?

    <p>Speculum Virginum</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which statue by Donatello originally placed in the garden of the Medici palace symbolized the power of Florence?

    <p>Statue of Judith and Holofernes</p> Signup and view all the answers

    During the Renaissance, how did depictions of Judith change in terms of clothing and demeanor?

    <p>She became more seductive and aggressive</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which artist is NOT mentioned in the text as having painted a version of Judith Beheading Holofernes?

    <p>Leonardo da Vinci</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How does Caravaggio present the subject of Judith Beheading Holofernes?

    <p>As a melodrama</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary focus of Caravaggio's painting of Judith Beheading Holofernes?

    <p>The states of mind of the protagonists</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Based on the description, Caravaggio's painting of Judith Beheading Holofernes suggests that he

    <p>intended for the painting to be viewed from the right</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What effect did Caravaggio achieve in his painting of Judith Beheading Holofernes?

    <p>A two-dimensional rendering of three-dimensional space</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which artist's influence can be seen in Caravaggio's depiction of Judith Beheading Holofernes?

    <p>Leonardo da Vinci</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which artist is NOT mentioned in the text as having painted a version of Judith Beheading Holofernes?

    <p>Giorgione</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary focus of Caravaggio's painting of Judith Beheading Holofernes?

    <p>The gruesome act of beheading</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does Caravaggio's painting of Judith Beheading Holofernes suggest about his earlier paintings?

    <p>They were epicurean</p> Signup and view all the answers

    According to the description, Caravaggio's painting of Judith Beheading Holofernes suggests that he

    <p>had not yet fully developed the technique of rendering three-dimensional space</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What influence of Da Vinci can be seen in Caravaggio's Judith Beheading Holofernes?

    <p>The rendering of a grotesquely intense face</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What technique did Caravaggio possibly experiment with in his painting of Judith Beheading Holofernes?

    <p>Anamorphic composition</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which city was under siege by Nebuchadnezzar's army in the biblical story of Judith and Holofernes?

    <p>Bethulia</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who killed the Assyrian general Holofernes in the story of Judith and Holofernes?

    <p>Judith</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which artist painted the powerful and frightening depiction of Judith beheading Holofernes?

    <p>Artemisia Gentileschi</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who painted the powerful and frightening depiction of Judith beheading Holofernes?

    <p>Artemisia Gentileschi</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who did Assyrian king Nebuchadnezzar send to besiege the Jewish city of Bethulia?

    <p>Holofernes</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In which city was Artemisia Gentileschi's painting of Judith beheading Holofernes completed?

    <p>Rome</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which artistic movement is Pablo Picasso best known for pioneering?

    <p>Cubism</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What inspired Pablo Picasso's art?

    <p>African and Iberian art</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which artwork by Pablo Picasso is considered a definitive work of anti-war art?

    <p>Guernica</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which artistic movement did Pablo Picasso contribute to?

    <p>Cubism</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the title of Picasso's most famous work?

    <p>Guernica</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How many paintings, prints, drawings, sculptures, ceramics, theater sets, and costume designs did Picasso's oeuvre include?

    <p>Over 20,000</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who is the artist behind the modern painting of Judith Beheading Holofernes mentioned in the text?

    <p>Kehinde Wiley</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Where did Kehinde Wiley meet the model for Judith in his painting of Judith Beheading Holofernes?

    <p>A shopping mall in downtown Brooklyn</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who served as the model for the head of Holofernes in Kehinde Wiley's painting of Judith Beheading Holofernes?

    <p>One of Wiley's assistants</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who is the artist behind the modern painting of Judith Beheading Holofernes mentioned in the text?

    <p>Kehinde Wiley</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the biblical story that the painting of Judith Beheading Holofernes is based on?

    <p>The story of Judith and Holofernes</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Where did Kehinde Wiley meet the model for Judith in his painting of Judith Beheading Holofernes?

    <p>In a shopping mall in downtown Brooklyn</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who are the creators of the painting 'Judith on the Red Square' from the 'Nostalgic Socialist Realism' series?

    <p>Vitaly Komar and Alexander Malamid</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What genre does the painting 'Judith on the Red Square' belong to?

    <p>Sots art</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the subject of the painting 'Judith on the Red Square'?

    <p>Politics and government</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of Gustav Klimt's paintings is NOT mentioned in the text as being among the most recognizable works of the early 20th century?

    <p>Judith and the Head of Holofernes</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In which city is the Österreichische Galerie Belvedere located?

    <p>Vienna</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which artistic movement did Gustav Klimt become exemplar of?

    <p>Vienna Secession</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who originally assembled the Stalinka online resource?

    <p>Helena Goscilo</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of Stalinka?

    <p>To provide visual materials and artifacts related to Stalin/ism</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who is the target audience for Stalinka?

    <p>Students, teachers, scholars, and researchers</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Assyrian Siege and Judith's Actions

    • Assyrian King Nebuchadnezzar sent Holofernes to besiege Bethulia, a Jewish city.
    • Judith killed Holofernes by seducing him, then beheading him while he was inebriated.
    • Jael killed Canaanite general Sisera by driving a tent peg through his temple.

    Artistic Interpretations and Historical Context

    • The era of the Baroque saw painters indulging in the depiction of gore, particularly in the story of Judith beheading Holofernes.
    • Caravaggio painted a famous explicit depiction of the moment Judith cuts Holofernes’s throat.
    • Artemisia Gentileschi's portrayal of Judith reflected themes of female empowerment and vengeance.

    Evolution of Judith's Character

    • Judith evolved into a desirable femme fatale during the Renaissance period.
    • Judith is often associated with the medieval figure of Eve in manuscripts.
    • The 1140 manuscript showing Judith victorious over Holofernes highlights her strength.

    Notable Artistic Works

    • Donatello's statue of Judith, originally at the Medici palace, symbolized Florence's power.
    • Renaissance depictions of Judith changed, showcasing her in more ornate clothing and a confident demeanor.

    Influence of Caravaggio

    • Caravaggio's painting presents a dramatic focus on the act of beheading and the expressions of the characters.
    • His work suggests a shift towards psychological intensity in contrast to earlier paintings.
    • Caravaggio experimented with chiaroscuro techniques, influenced by Leonardo da Vinci's compositions.

    Modern Adaptations of Judith

    • Kehinde Wiley's contemporary painting of Judith Beheading Holofernes features a unique model he met in New York City.
    • The head of Holofernes in Wiley's artwork was modeled after a friend in a playful subversion of the traditional narrative.

    Pablo Picasso's Contributions

    • Picasso is best known for pioneering the Cubist movement and creating the anti-war artwork "Guernica."
    • His oeuvre includes over 20,000 pieces across various mediums, establishing him as a prolific artist.
    • Picasso’s most famous work is considered to be "Guernica."

    Other Artistic References

    • The painting "Judith on the Red Square" falls under the genre of Socialist Realism.
    • Österreichische Galerie Belvedere, located in Vienna, houses notable works by Gustav Klimt, an exemplar of the Vienna Secession movement.

    Stalinka Online Resource

    • Stalinka was originally assembled by a group of artists, serving as a creative platform for information sharing.
    • It targets artists, researchers, and those interested in contemporary artistic discussions.

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