# Judith with the Head of Holofernes

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## Artwork

- Artist: [GIOVANNI ANTONIO DA BRESCIA](<https://beta.wga.hu/artists/giovanni-antonio-da-brescia-raf0ff0a1f031b4>)
- Date: 1451-1500
- Technique: Engraving, 316 x 255 mm

## Commentary

This engraving was made after Mantegna who produced numerous versions of the subject in different media. It represents Judith standing with a sword in one hand, putting the head of Holofernes into a bag held by her maidservant.

## Related artworks

- [Hercules and the Nemean Lion](<https://beta.wga.hu/artists/giovanni-antonio-da-brescia-raf0ff0a1f031b4/hercules-and-the-nemean-lion-r4f0b031c1e1e60>)

## Attribution

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