Judith and the Head of Holofernes (1901) by Gustav Klimt

Judith and the Head of Holofernes — Vienna Secession gold (1901)

A half-lidded gaze, a glinting collar, darkness pared to ornament. Painted in 1901, Klimt’s Judith—often called Judith I—returns from the tent of Holofernes radiant and unflinching, her figure dissolving into a field of gold and black. Desire, power, and pattern fuse into one unforgettable, vertical icon.

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Why it captivates

• Femme fatale icon — the biblical heroine recast with modern, unsettling poise.

• Gold & pattern — lavish ornament and flat planes create luminous drama.

• Psychological charge — a cool, knowing expression that lingers.

• Graphic elegance — tall, narrow composition reads powerfully at scale.

• Vienna Secession — the movement’s union of fine and decorative arts at its peak.

• Statement artwork — bold focal point for living rooms, galleries, and bedrooms.

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What you’ll see

Judith’s upraised face framed by dark hair; a jeweled, Egyptian-inspired collar catching the light; the part-cropped head of Holofernes at the lower edge; a sumptuous gold ground interlaced with black ornament. Up close: crisp contour and shimmering textures. From a step back: a commanding, near-sculptural silhouette.

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A richer historical frame

Created at the height of Gustav Klimt’s Vienna Secession period, Judith I merges myth with modernity—erotic charge, symbolic gold leaf, and decorative abstraction. The painting’s austere crop and radiant surface became emblematic of Klimt’s turn from naturalism toward iconic, ornamental power.

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Choose your finish

🌟 Heavyweight Paper (160 gsm matte)
Archival-grade, smooth matte stock ideal for framing under glass. Crisp linework, minimal glare.

💎 Laminated (True Encapsulation)
Sealed in 2 × 80-micron gloss laminate, edge-to-edge. Durable, wipe-clean—perfect for busy spaces.

🪵 Laminated + Timber Hang Rails (Ready to hang)
Lacquered natural timber rails with fitted hanging cord; no frame required.
Please allow up to 10 working days for hang-railed delivery.

🏆 Archival Canvas (395 gsm HP Professional Matte)
Museum-quality texture with pigment-based, fade-resistant inks for rich tone and fine detail.

🪵 Canvas + Timber Hang Rails (Gallery-ready)
As above, supplied with lacquered natural timber rails and hanging cord.
Please allow up to 10 working days for hang-railed delivery.

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Size (W × H)

411 × 841 mm (approx. 16.18 × 33.11 in)

• Orientation: Portrait

• Aspect ratio: ~0.489 : 1

• Nearest standard frame: A1 portrait (594 × 841 mm) with a custom mat

• Framing tips:

  • Classic look: cut the mat window to ~407 × 837 mm to overlap edges by 2–3 mm.

  • Contemporary look: float-mount in an A1 frame for a tall, elegant reveal.

Custom sizing: Available on request (alternative aspect ratios or added white border).

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Specifications

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Who it’s for

• Klimt & Secession admirers

• Design lovers drawn to gold, pattern, and strong verticals

• Collectors & stylists seeking a bold, conversation-starting centrepiece

• Gift-givers celebrating weddings, new homes, and milestones

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Our Commitment

Every print is produced locally in Australia on premium substrates with careful colour management, then checked and packed by hand so it arrives ready to impress. From studio to wall, we stand behind the craftsmanship and historical integrity of your piece.

Let Klimt’s golden poise light your space—order your fine-art print of Judith and the Head of Holofernes today.