Name/Title
The Story of JudithEntry/Object ID
1995.12.0001aDescription
Acrylic on canvas depicting a segment of the Book of Judith from the Bible. The scene possibly shows the siege of Bethulia with Judith taking flight from the city outside the walls. One in a series of five paintings. It is a vibrant and bustling scene of a fortified city, depicted in a vivid, detailed style. In the foreground, groups of people dressed in traditional garments are seen walking and interacting near palm trees, suggestive of a market or gathering place. The central part of the painting is dominated by a large stone gatehouse and a wall that extends into the background. Mounted riders approach the city from the left, riding horses across a low hill. Within the walls of the city, figures in various colored clothing appear active and engaged in different activities, contributing to a lively urban atmosphere. The sky is filled with pastel hues, implying either dawn or dusk, adding a serene backdrop to the otherwise dynamic setting. The artwork’s intricate patterns and vivid color palette capture the essence of a bustling ancient or medieval city full of life and activity.Type of Painting
EaselCollection
Art CollectionMade/Created
Artist Information
Artist
Manosalvas, OlgaRole
ArtistDate made
1985Time Period
20th CenturyInscription/Signature/Marks
Type
SignatureLocation
On VersoTranscription
Olga ManosalvasLanguage
EnglishLexicon
Nomenclature 4.0
Nomenclature Primary Object Term
PaintingNomenclature Class
ArtNomenclature Category
Category 08: Communication ObjectsDimensions
Height
10 inWidth
8 inDepth
1 inCondition
Reason for Exam
InventoryOverall Condition
Very GoodRelationships
Related Entries
Notes
1995.12.0001, 1995.12.0001b, 1995.12.0001c, 1995.12.0001d, 1995.12.0001e