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David Beheads Goliath

Augustin Hirschvogel

National Gallery of Art

This is a drawing featuring a victorious figure with a decapitated head and a sling, a fallen giant, and fantastical creatures in a landscape. The scene includes intricate details such as the figure holding a large head in one hand and a sling in the other. In the background, there are mythical creatures engaging with each other. The landscape includes a few trees and hills, suggesting a rural environment. An inscription at the bottom adds to the context of the image.

Artwork Details

Date
1547
Medium
etching
Dimensions
3398 × 3454 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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