Salome with the Head of John the Baptist

after Bernardino Luini (Luini, Lake Maggiore c.1480 – ? Lugano 1532). Oil painting on panel, Salome with the Head of John the Baptist after Bernardino Luini (Luini, Lake Maggiore c.1480 – ? Lugano 1532), 16th century. A group of three figures, half length, central figure of Salome wearing embroidered red gown and holding gadrooned bowl below the head of John the Baptist. This painting depicts a story from the book of Matthew in the Bible, when Salome, who has danced for King Herod, is offered anything she wishes. Her mother, Herodias, had asked her to request the head of John the Baptist, which she does. The King, bound by his promise, fulfilled her wish. Attingham Park, Shropshire (Accredited Museum)