Judith with the Head of Holofernes

Barthel Beham

National Gallery of Art

The image shows a woman from the waist up, facing forward with her head turned to the left. She has detailed facial features and a serene expression. Her hair is styled under a cap with horizontal bands. She wears an elaborate outfit with rich textures and patterns, including ruffled garment with puffed sleeves, fur trim, and a large brooch. She wears a chain necklace. In one hand, she holds a knife, and in the other, a severed head. The background has a textured surface with a ledge and sparse plant life.