Herod’s persecution

Herod’s persecution

Despina Mega

1959

unspecified

From the collection of Athens School of Fine Arts

About this work

This painting shows two men in armor standing close together. One wears a helmet and holds a sword, while the other has a red hat and a book or scroll. Behind them, a crowd of people in robes and hats looks upward, some with raised arms. The colors are mostly earthy—reds, browns, and muted greys—with quick, rough brushstrokes. The artist used thick, visible paint in some spots, making the figures stand out against the dark background. This gives the scene a bold, almost dramatic feel. Look up impasto to see how this thick paint technique works.

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