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    Object: RS 27, Cornelius Galle d.Ä. (1576 - 1650), Peter Paul Rubens (1577 - 1640), Judith enthauptet Holofernes, um 1610
    Cornelius Galle

    Judith beheading Holofernes

    Creation
    um 1610
    Dimensions
    55.2 x 38.1 cm
    Material / Technique
    paper/engraving
    Category:
    Rubens prints
    prints, photographs
    Engraver
    Cornelius Galle (1576 - 1650)
    Artist
    Peter Paul Rubens (1577 - 1640)

    About the object

    This engraving, also known as ‘The Great Judith’, is based on a now-lost painting by Rubens. It shows the dramatic moment when Judith beheads the drunken Assyrian general Holofernes with his own sword. In doing so, she prevents a great misfortune from befalling her people, the Israelites. Judith became a symbol of courage and determination. This print is the first engraving after a model by Rubens to be produced and distributed.