Judith with the Head of Holofernes
1480
chalk
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
1480
chalk
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
This drawing shows Judith holding a bloody sword. A severed head lies on the floor beside her. Her long dress has a high collar and a wide skirt. Judith looks calm, not afraid. The artist used fine lines and shading to show depth. The paper is old and tan, so the white highlights really stand out. Check out the details at the National Gallery of Art, Washington.
