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Roman follower of Caravaggio and Simon Vouet, circa 1620-25 — Salome with the head of Saint John the Baptist

Roman follower of Caravaggio and Simon Vouet, circa 1620-25

Salome with the head of Saint John the Baptist

A dramatic representation of Salome holding the head of Saint John the Baptist, executed in the style of Caravaggio with strong chiaroscuro effects. This work exemplifies Roman Baroque religious imagery from the early 17th century.

Medium
oil on canvas
Spotted At
Auction House · Sotheby's

🔨 Auction Lot

Master Paintings & Sculpture Part I

January 28, 2021

Estimate: $100,000 – $150,000

Lot 24

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Roman follower of Caravaggio and Simon Vouet, circa 1620-25, Salome with the head of Saint John the Baptist

A dramatic representation of Salome holding the head of Saint John the Baptist, executed in the style of Caravaggio with strong chiaroscuro effects. This work exemplifies Roman Baroque religious imagery from the early 17th century.

Medium
oil on canvas
Seen at
Sotheby's, New York, London, Hong Kong, Paris

Related themes

Saint John The Baptist, Baroque, Religious, Dramatic Lighting, Caravaggio School, Salome, Oil on Canvas