Salome and the Head of St. John the Baptist, a Biblical Work by George Frederic Watts in Homage to Titian
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The Victorian painter's canvas conveys a moralizing message, while paying homage to his teacher Titian. George Frederic Watts (1817-1904), The Daughter of Herodias, oil on canvas, 120 x 76.5 cm/47.24 x 30.11 in.Estimate: €150,000/200,000 There is no overt provocation in Salomé's demeanor. Seated, a vague air of defiance in her frontal gaze, she lifts a piece of cloth concealing a rich gold dish in which the head of John the Baptist is visible. Behind her, a young soldier cleans the bloody blade of the sword used for the sinister task, while at her feet, a wolf licks its paws contentedly. This is
