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Jael Kills Sisera

Unknown

1550

From the collection of Statens Museum for Kunst

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Jael Kills Sisera is a 1550 by Unknown, held at Statens Museum for Kunst.

Who painted this?: Unknown
When & what style?: 1550
Where can I see it?: Statens Museum for Kunst

About this work

This painting shows a woman holding a hammer in her right hand, with a beheaded head lying next to her. The woman is wearing a red dress and has a necklace around her neck. The beheaded head is lying on its side, with its eyes closed. The woman's expression is calm, and she seems to be looking down at the head. The background of the painting is dark, which makes the woman and the head stand out. This painting reminds me of the technique of chiaroscuro, which is used to create a strong contrast between light and dark.