Salomé was painted by Wilhelm Volz in 1896.

Where can I see Salomé?

Salomé is held by Cleveland Museum of Art.

What movement is Salomé?

Salomé is associated with Impressionism.

Can I buy a print of Salomé?

Museum-quality prints of Salomé are available made-to-order from Artifact World Gallery.

Artwork

Salomé

Wilhelm Volz , 1896

Salomé is a print by the Impressionist artist Wilhelm Volz. It dates from 1896 and is held in the collection of the Cleveland Museum of Art.

Accession no.: 1992.42
Credit line: Gift of Louise S. Richards

About this work

Overview

Salomé is a 1896 print by Wilhelm Volz, held at The Cleveland Museum of Art.

Subject & Meaning

The print depicts a woman with long red hair holding a platter bearing a severed head, wearing a flowing dress and barefoot, set against a simple landscape with water and a boat. The scene is likely a representation of the biblical figure Salomé.

Technique & Style

The print is characterized by bold and flat forms, with strong outlines and limited shading, giving it a graphic quality. The artist's initials are visible, alongside the title 'Salomé'.