a visit with jesus

 Bible Art

Judith and Holofernes
Artist: Donatello
 1464    Sculpture

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Donatello’s sculpture depicting the famous Biblical story of Judith slaying Holofernes is arguably one of the most iconic artistic portrayals of this story that’s ever been done.

King David
Artist: Girolamo da Santacroce
 c. 1540-50    Painting

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This work depicts Biblical King David playing his lyre. Restored in 1994, this painting  reveals the work's rich, original coloration and the artist's detailed brushwork. 

This oil on canvas measures 54 1/4 x 38 x 1 1/4 inches.  It is housed in the Smart Museum of the University of Chicago.