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Salome Presenting the Head of St. John the Baptist to King Herod (oil on panel)
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Salome Presenting the Head of St. John the Baptist to King Herod (oil on panel)
BAL121440 Salome Presenting the Head of St. John the Baptist to King Herod (oil on panel) by Francken, Frans (1581-1642) & Vries, Paul V. de (1567-1630); 61.6x89.5 cm; Private Collection; Johnny Van Haeften Ltd. London; Flemish, out of copyright
Media ID 12715131
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Banquet Courtiers Feast Horror Minstrels Servants
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This print captures the dramatic moment of Salome presenting the severed head of St. John the Baptist to King Herod. Painted by Francken, Frans and Vries, Paul V. de, this oil on panel artwork measures 61.6x89.5 cm and is currently held in a private collection. The scene unfolds within a lavish court setting, where courtiers are gathered for a grand feast or banquet. The atmosphere is filled with both awe and horror as Salome approaches King Herod with the gruesome trophy in her hands. Intriguingly, amidst this macabre spectacle, minstrels and musicians can be seen performing in the background, their melodies providing an eerie soundtrack to this chilling event. Servants stand nearby, their expressions reflecting shock and disbelief at what they witness. The painting's composition masterfully captures the tension between beauty and brutality; it serves as a reminder of humanity's capacity for both artistic expression and dark deeds. As we gaze upon this remarkable piece of Flemish art from centuries past, we are transported back in time to witness this haunting episode unfold before our eyes once more.
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