Artwork
David with the Head of Goliath
David with the Head of Goliath is an oil painting by the Early Baroque Italian artist Unknown. It dates from 1649 and is held in the collection of the Nationalmuseum.
About this work
Overview
The painting 'David with the Head of Goliath' is an oil painting depicting a young man holding a severed head. The work is characterized by its somber mood and dramatic use of light and shadow.
Subject & Meaning
The subject is a youthful figure, dressed in dark attire with a red cape and hat, gazing directly at the viewer while holding a severed head by its hair. His serious expression contributes to the overall somber atmosphere.
Technique & Style
The painting showcases a pronounced use of chiaroscuro, a technique that exploits strong contrasts between light and dark to achieve a sense of volume and depth, thereby creating a dramatic effect.
Artist & collection
Domestic Scene
Giacomo and Cardinal Marco, investing Andrea, Abbot of San Zeno, with his Benefice
The Nymph of Fontainebleau
Portrait of a Woman
Madonna and Child with Saints in the Enclosed Garden
Venus and Minerva
Family Group of Four on Sofa
Wall painting from Room H of the Villa of P. Fannius Synistor at Boscoreale
