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The Feast of Herod and the Beheading of Saint John the Baptist, 1461-62 (tempera on panel)
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The Feast of Herod and the Beheading of Saint John the Baptist, 1461-62 (tempera on panel)
741950 The Feast of Herod and the Beheading of Saint John the Baptist, 1461-62 (tempera on panel) by Gozzoli, Benozzo di Lese di Sandro (1420-97); 23.8 x 34.5 cm; National Gallery of Art, Washington DC, USA; (add.info.: Kress Collection)
Media ID 25457160
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This print captures the intense and dramatic moment of "The Feast of Herod and the Beheading of Saint John the Baptist" painted by Benozzo di Lese di Sandro Gozzoli in 1461-62. The painting, done in tempera on panel, measures 23.8 x 34.5 cm and is housed at the National Gallery of Art in Washington DC. In this Renaissance masterpiece, we witness a scene filled with opulence and grandeur as King Herod's banquet unfolds. The richly adorned courtiers are engaged in lively conversation while indulging in a sumptuous meal at an exquisitely set table. However, amidst this lavish setting lies a dark tale from biblical times. At the center of attention stands Salome, Herod's daughter, who has just performed a seductive dance that pleased her father immensely. In return for her mesmerizing performance, she requests the head of Saint John the Baptist on a silver platter – an unthinkable demand that shocks those present. Gozzoli masterfully captures this pivotal moment with intricate details and vibrant colors that bring life to each character portrayed. The tension between desire and horror is palpable as we witness both fascination and repulsion among those gathered around the table. "The Feast of Herod and the Beheading of Saint John the Baptist" serves as a powerful reminder of human nature's complexity – where beauty can coexist with cruelty within one single frame. This remarkable painting continues to capt
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