Salome with the Head of John the Baptist — Jan Adam Kruseman

Jan Adam Kruseman. Painted c. 1861.

Salome is a biblical ‘femme fatale’ par excellence: she was responsible for the death of John the Baptist. Because Salome danced so beautifully for King Herod, he granted her a wish. In consultation with her mother, Herodias, Salome asked for John’s head on a platter. They thus ensured John’s demise for having criticized Herodias’ marriage.

From the collection of the Rijksmuseum, Amsterdam. Currently on display in 19th Century, Main building, Historicism.

canvas, oil paint (paint) · Original size: 90 × 120 cm · Private gift

Print: 89.3 × 119 cm, printed on Hahnemühle FineArt archival cotton paper. Museum-grade reproduction quality, true to the colours and detail of the original work.

Frame (optional): a custom-made wooden frame in a matte black finish, cut to the exact dimensions of this print, with an off-white passe-partout mat and protective glazing. Ready to hang.

Source: https://id.rijksmuseum.nl/20078354. Image released under CC0 by the Rijksmuseum.