Explain Artemisia Gentileschi's use of tenebrism and modeling in her painting, Judith and Maidservant with the Head of Holofernes, and discuss the effects these techniques produce
What will be an ideal response?
Answer: The ideal answer should include:
1. The tenebrism used by the artist makes use of large areas of dark contrasting sharply with smaller areas of bright light.
2. The tenebrist effects are achieved by showing a strong spotlight from an artificial source.
3. The artist shows a shadow over Judith's face, cast by her outstretched hand.
4. These techniques produce the drama, display of power, and heroic tone appropriate for this biblical story of a widow who saved her people.
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