Is Judith under copyright?

No, this artwork is in the public domain.

Ravi Varma’s lithographs played a significant role in democratizing access to art by making reproductions affordable for the public. What was one of the key effects of this?

It increased interest in Indian art among ordinary people.

What is the primary subject matter of Raja Ravi Varma’s painting ‘Judith’?

A depiction of a biblical scene featuring Judith slaying Holofernes.

What is the thematic context of Judith?

classical greco-roman, heroic narrative, religious allegory, royal portraiture, indian tradition, ravi varma's style, national identity, east meets west

JudithRaja Ravi Varma · 1889

Acrylic On Canvas
WallArt
Academic Realism
1889
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Raja Ravi Varma (1848 – 1906)

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At Kilimanur, Ravi Varma and his brother C. Raja Raja Varma housed a large collection of art books, catalogues, postcards and photographs, accumulated while on their many travels, and which served as their constant source material. When required, Ravi Varma did not hesitate to incorporate Western classical postures or heroic stances into his own works. There is perhaps, one known example of Ravi Varma replicating a European painting in its entirety instead of a partial adaptation. On his visit to Baroda in 1888, Ravi Varma had seen Judith, painted by Benjamin Constant in 1886. Judith was a forceful theme and a popular motif with European painters for centuries because it justified the painting of a scantily-dressed

About this artwork

Title: Judith
Artist: Raja Ravi Varma
Year: 1889
Format: Tall
Copyright status: Public domain
Where to see it: The Raja Ravi Varma Heritage Foundation
Movement: Academic Realism
Creative period: Late Medieval
Corpus context: indian tradition, heroic narrative
Keywords: heroic portraiture, 1889 artwork, oil on canvas

Quick Facts

Subject or theme: Hindu Mythology
Movement: Academic & Indian fusion
Notable elements or techniques: European postures; Heroic stance
Influences: Benjamin Constant
Artist: Raja Ravi Varma

Questions & Answers

What subjects appear in "Judith" by Raja Ravi Varma?

The subjects of "Judith" are heroic figure, classical art, mythological scene, indian culture, female warrior, dramatic portrait, ravi varma style.

How is the color composition of "Judith" by Raja Ravi Varma built?

In "Judith", a serene contrast is paired with a softly mixed palette harmony.

Is "Judith" by Raja Ravi Varma a light or a dark artwork?

"Judith" is deep_shadow overall, and its luminance is dark.

What color leads the composition of "Judith" by Raja Ravi Varma?

The color that stands out most in "Judith" is bronze (#dd9038). The dominant color is useful when matching an artwork to an interior.

How well known is "Judith" by Raja Ravi Varma?

"Judith" is classified as iconic.