The artwork, titled “The Daughter of Jephthah,” is a painting by the artist Alexandre Cabanel, created in 1879. Executed in oil on canvas, this piece belongs to the Academicism art movement, with dimensions of 64.8 by 100.3 cm. It is a religious painting that currently resides in a private collection.
The artwork depicts a somber and poignant scene inspired by a biblical story. Front and center, the daughter of Jephthah is portrayed with an expression of serene resignation. She stands in a rocky, arid landscape, clothed in a flowing, white gown, with a golden belt around her waist and adorned with a decorative headband. Her long, dark hair falls over her shoulders, and her hands are raised gently, suggesting an element of grace and submission. In the background, a group of women can be seen, seemingly accompanying or mourning with her. The artist’s use of soft, delicate colors and fine detail work exemplifies the classical precision and emotional depth characteristic of Academicism.
