David Meeting Goliath

after Maerten van Heemskerck

National Gallery of Art

This is a drawing featuring a heavily armored giant and a young figure in an ancient landscape. The giant stands on the left, wearing armor and holding a spear. On the right, a smaller figure stands confidently with a sling. There are soldiers in the background with tents and structures in a rugged terrain. The sky shows clouds and a sun-like phenomenon with concentric circles. The artwork demonstrates detailed linework and printmaking skills.