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Artemisia Gentileschi Most Popular Paintings

The 25 artworks by Artemisia Gentileschi our visitors ask for most, ranked by popularity and presented one by one, with the specification and the price of each hand-painted reproduction.

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Linen canvas · Certificate of authenticity · Delivered worldwide Artemisia Gentileschi · 1593 – 1653

Susanna and the Elders

1610 · Schloss Weissenstein, Poppenhausen · original 170 x 121 cm

Discover Artemisia Gentileschi’s ‘Susanna & Elders’ – a Baroque masterpiece of courage & vulnerability. Explore its dramatic realism, symbolism, and timeless beauty.

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity: No. 1 of 104 artworks by Artemisia Gentileschi
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Mary Magdalene in Ecstasy

1620 · National Gallery, London · original 81 x 105 cm

Discover Artemisia Gentileschi's 'Mary Magdalene in Ecstasy' (1620), a stunning Baroque oil painting capturing spiritual rapture with dramatic chiaroscuro, realistic detail, and emotional intensity. Perfect for art collectors.

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity: No. 2 of 104 artworks by Artemisia Gentileschi
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Jael and Sisera

1620 · Szépművészeti Múzeum, Budapest · original 86 x 125 cm

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity: No. 3 of 104 artworks by Artemisia Gentileschi
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Artemisia Gentileschi

1615 · National Gallery, London · original 71 x 69 cm

Discover Artemisia Gentileschi’s powerful ‘Saint Catherine’ self-portrait – a masterpiece of Baroque art! Explore its symbolism & Caravaggio influence in this iconic 1615 painting.

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity: No. 4 of 104 artworks by Artemisia Gentileschi
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Self Portrait as Saint Catherine of Alexandria

1615 · National Gallery, London · original 71 x 69 cm

Artemisia Gentileschi's 'Self Portrait as Saint Catherine of Alexandria' (1615) is a powerful Baroque masterpiece blending religious iconography with self-representation, showcasing her resilience and artistic skill.

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
Made: To order, by a trained painter
Popularity: No. 5 of 104 artworks by Artemisia Gentileschi
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Self-portrait as the Allegory of Painting (La Pittura)

1639 · Royal Collection, London

Artemisia Gentileschi's 'Self-Portrait as the Allegory of Painting' (1638-9) is a masterful self-representation, embodying artistic creativity & challenging gender norms in Baroque Italy. Explore this iconic work!

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity: No. 6 of 104 artworks by Artemisia Gentileschi
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Judith and Her Maidservant with the Head of Holofernes

1624 · Detroit Institute of Arts, Detroit · original 184 x 142 cm

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity: No. 7 of 104 artworks by Artemisia Gentileschi
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Danaë

1612 · National Gallery, London

Experience the dramatic chiaroscuro and sensual textures of Artemisia Gentileschi’s Baroque masterpiece Danaë, a profound depiction of myth and intimacy that invites you to bring this timeless elegance into your collection.

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity: No. 8 of 104 artworks by Artemisia Gentileschi
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Judith Beheading Holofernes

1611 · Museo di Capodimonte, Naples · original 159 x 126 cm

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity: No. 9 of 104 artworks by Artemisia Gentileschi
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Self-Portrait as the Allegory of Painting

1630 · Royal Collection, London · original 96 x 73 cm

Discover Artemisia Gentileschi’s ‘Self-Portrait as the Allegory of Painting,’ a powerful Baroque masterpiece. Explore its tenebrism, symbolism & historical significance at Windsor Castle.

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity: No. 10 of 104 artworks by Artemisia Gentileschi
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Minerva

1640 · Galleria degli Uffizi, Florence · original 131 x 103 cm

Experience the dramatic Baroque intensity of Artemisia Gentileschi's Minerva, a powerful portrait of wisdom and strength rendered with masterful chiaroscuro, available to bring timeless elegance to your private collection.

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity: No. 11 of 104 artworks by Artemisia Gentileschi
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St Catherine of Alexandria

1620 · Galleria degli Uffizi, Florence · original 77 x 62 cm

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity: No. 12 of 104 artworks by Artemisia Gentileschi
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Lot and His Daughters

1636 · Toledo Museum of Art, Toledo

Explore Artemisia Gentileschi’s masterpiece ‘Lot and His Daughters,’ a captivating black and white biblical scene showcasing dramatic realism and psychological depth. Admire the artist's skillful composition and enduring legacy.

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity: No. 13 of 104 artworks by Artemisia Gentileschi
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Judith Beheading Holofernes

1612 · Galleria degli Uffizi, Florence · original 199 x 162 cm

Artemisia Gentileschi’s "Judith Beheading Holofernes" – a dramatic Baroque masterpiece! Explore this powerful portrait of resilience & emotion, showcasing chiaroscuro & classical realism.

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity: No. 14 of 104 artworks by Artemisia Gentileschi
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Judith Beheading Holofernes (detail)

1611 · Museo di Capodimonte, Naples

Artemisia Gentileschi’s "Judith Beheading Holofernes" – a dramatic Baroque masterpiece! Explore this powerful portrait of resilience & emotion, showcasing chiaroscuro & classical realism.

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity: No. 15 of 104 artworks by Artemisia Gentileschi
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Self-Portrait as the Allegory of Painting (La Pittura)

1638 · Royal Collection, London

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Popularity: No. 16 of 104 artworks by Artemisia Gentileschi
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Clio, the Muse of History

1632 · Cassa di Risparmio di Pisa, Pisa · original 128 x 97 cm

Witness Artemisia Gentileschi's masterful 'Clio, the Muse of History' (1632). This iconic Baroque painting depicts Clio with dramatic realism & embodies female strength & artistic legacy.

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity: No. 17 of 104 artworks by Artemisia Gentileschi
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Tarquinius and Lukretia

Picture Gallery Sanssouci, Potsdam · original 226 x 262 cm

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity: No. 18 of 104 artworks by Artemisia Gentileschi
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Artemisa Susanna ei vecchioni

1622

Experience Artemisia Gentileschi's dramatic 'Artemisa Susanna ei vecchioni' (1622). This Baroque masterpiece captures the biblical story with intense realism and masterful use of light & shadow – now available as a stunning, hand-painted reproduction.

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity: No. 19 of 104 artworks by Artemisia Gentileschi
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Self Portrait as Saint Catherine of Alexandria

1615 · National Gallery, London · original 71 x 69 cm

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Popularity: No. 20 of 104 artworks by Artemisia Gentileschi
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Danaë (detail)

1612 · Saint Louis Art Museum, Saint Louis

Dramatic chiaroscuro and intense realism define Artemisia Gentileschi's Danaë, a powerful Baroque masterpiece capturing mythological intimacy and female agency that invites you to explore this timeless work of art.

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity: No. 21 of 104 artworks by Artemisia Gentileschi
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Birth of St John the Baptist

1635 · Museo del Prado, Madrid · original 184 x 258 cm

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Popularity: No. 22 of 104 artworks by Artemisia Gentileschi
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The Penitent Mary Magdalen

1620 · original 146 x 109 cm

This haunting portrait captures Mary Magdalene's profound sorrow and introspection as she contemplates her past sins. Artemisia Gentileschi skillfully employs Caravaggio’s dramatic chiaroscuro technique, highlighting the woman’s face and emphasizing the emotional weight of her posture.

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Popularity: No. 23 of 104 artworks by Artemisia Gentileschi
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St Cecilia Playing a Lute

1616 · Galleria Spada, Rome · original 108 x 79 cm

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Popularity: No. 24 of 104 artworks by Artemisia Gentileschi
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Sleeping Venus

1630

Artemisia Gentileschi’s "Sleeping Venus" is a Baroque masterpiece of light and shadow, depicting the goddess of love with defiant beauty and resilience. Explore this iconic 17th-century painting and discover its rich symbolism – a captivating piece to own.

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Popularity: No. 25 of 104 artworks by Artemisia Gentileschi
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The artist

Artemisia Gentileschi

1593 – 1653

Quick facts

Top-ranked workSusanna and the Elders
Emotional tonedramatic
Typical colorsblack, espresso
Best occasionsfocal, statement
Art periodEarly Modern
Also known asArtemissa del Gentileschy, Artemisia Lomi, Artemitia, Gentilesca, Artemizia Gentilesca
Died1653
Top 3 worksSusanna and the Elders, Mary Magdalene in Ecstasy, Jael and Sisera

Biography

Early Life, Family and Training

Artemisia Gentileschi arrived in Rome in 1593, born into a household where the visual arts were the primary language. She was the eldest child of Prudenzia di Ottaviano Montoni and the Tuscan painter Orazio Gentileschi. In the atmosphere of her father's workshop, she received an education that was both practical and rigorous. This environment provided her with a rare opportunity to study the mechanics of composition and the nuances of light, training that was typically reserved for men in the seventeenth century.

Her talent manifested with remarkable speed. By the age of 15, Artemisia Gentileschi was already producing professional work, demonstrating a technical maturity that surpassed many of her contemporaries. This early proficiency allowed her to navigate the competitive artistic circles of Italy, eventually leading to a historic professional milestone. She became the first woman admitted to the Accademia di Arte del Disegno in Florence, a distinction that validated her skill within the formal structures of the art world.

Artistic Style and Technique

Gentileschi’s work is firmly rooted in the traditions of the Italian Baroque, shaped by the revolutionary approach of Caravaggio. She adopted the use of tenebrism, employing a dramatic contrast between light and dark to heighten emotional intensity. This technique directs the viewer's attention toward the essential movements of her subjects, often emerging from deep, impenetrable shadows. Through the careful application of chiaroscuro, she achieved a sense of palpable presence and immediacy in her compositions.

Her technical skill is particularly evident in her naturalistic rendering of the female form. Rather than relying on idealized proportions, she focused on the physical reality of her subjects, capturing the weight and texture of skin and drapery with precision. In her depiction of Susanna and the Elders, she utilized a vertical composition to create a sense of malevolent pressure, emphasizing the psychological tension of the scene. This structural choice, combined with her command of light, allowed her to portray female figures with a distinct sense of agency and physical reality.

Key Works and Masterpieces

Her early career was marked by a departure from the passive depictions of biblical women common in the seventeenth century. In 1610, she produced Susanna and the Elders, a work that introduced a sense of physical discomfort and psychological distress to the scene. This was followed by the visceral 1612–13 version of Judith Slaying Holofernes, where the focus shifted to the active, physical struggle of the act itself. Unlike many of her contemporaries, her Judith is a figure of decisive action and anatomical realism.

As her career progressed, her subject matter continued to explore the complexities of the female experience through a lens of intense emotion. The 1620 completion of The Penitent Mary Magdalen moved away from mere religious representation toward a portrayal of agonizing remorse and spiritual contemplation. Later, in 1636, she turned her attention to Lot and His Daughters, further establishing her ability to render the human form with naturalism and gravity.

In her later years, she turned her gaze toward the concept of the artist herself. Around 1638, she created Self-Portrait as the Allegory of Painting (La Pittura). This work utilized a clever use of mirrors to capture her profile with precision, presenting herself not merely as a subject, but as the embodiment of the art of painting. It remains a significant statement of her professional identity and technical command.

Susanna and the Elders (1610)
Judith Slaying Holofernes (1612–13)
The Penitent Mary Magdalen (1620)
Lot and His Daughters (1636)
Self-Portrait as the Allegory of Painting (La Pittura) (around 1638)

Legacy and Influence

Artemisia Gentileschi is recognized among the most accomplished artists of the 17th century. During her lifetime, she maintained an international clientele, navigating a professional landscape that was almost exclusively the domain of men. Her ability to secure commissions across different regions speaks to a technical command that transcended local boundaries. While her name was often discussed in the context of her personal history, her actual output has undergone a significant reevaluation. Since the 20th century, art history scholarship has turned a focused lens toward her work, moving beyond the biographical to examine her specific contributions to the Baroque era.

Her depictions of biblical and mythological women have left a distinct mark on how gender and agency are interpreted in art. The figure of Judith, in particular, has become a subject of widespread study, often viewed as a symbol of female strength and decisive action. Unlike many of her contemporaries who portrayed the character with a sense of restraint, her versions emphasize the physical reality and the active role of the woman in the narrative. This focus on the psychological and physical agency of her subjects provides a counterpoint to the more passive portrayals common in the period.

Judith Slaying Holofernes (1612–13)
Susanna and the Elders (1610)
Self-Portrait as the Allegory of Painting (La Pittura) (1638)

Where to See the Works Today

The physical presence of her art remains scattered across Europe, a map of her movement and the enduring demand for her vision. In Naples, Italy, the Museo di Capodimonte houses both the visceral Judith Slaying Holofernes and The Annunciation. These works allow for a direct encounter with the dramatic tension and light that defined her career. The intensity of her brushwork is felt most acutely in these halls, where the shadows of her compositions still hold their weight.

Other significant pieces reside in collections that reflect her international reach. Susanna and the Elders is held at Schloss Weißenstein in Pommersfelden, Germany. In London, the Royal Collection maintains her Self-Portrait as the Allegory of Painting (La Pittura). To view her work in these settings is to see how her depictions of female agency have been preserved within the most prominent institutions of the continent.

Judith Slaying Holofernes (1612–13)
The Annunciation
Susanna and the Elders (1610)
Self-Portrait as the Allegory of Painting (La Pittura) (1638)

Questions & Answers

What are the birthplace and birth year of Artemisia Gentileschi?

Artemisia Gentileschi was born in Rome in 1593.

Can I visit a virtual museum of Artemisia Gentileschi's works?

The 3D Museum of Artemisia Gentileschi is a page that displays the artist's artworks in a virtual three-dimensional gallery.

What other names is Artemisia Gentileschi known by?

Artemisia Gentileschi appears under the alternate names Artemissa del Gentileschy, Artemisia Lomi, Artemitia, Gentilesca, Artemizia Gentilesca.

By the TopImpressionists.com Editorial Team Updated Oct. 13, 2026

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