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Esther before Ahasuerus by Artemisia Gentileschi turns a royal encounter into a moment of suspense. Esther leans back into the support of her attendants as the richly dressed king shifts forward from his throne, directing his attention toward her.
Golden fabric, a blue sash and glints of pale satin emerge from the shadowed interior. The open space between the two principal figures heightens their connection, while sweeping drapery and the curved steps of the throne give the scene a theatrical sense of movement.
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