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David with the Head of Goliath

Paul Troger

National Gallery of Art

The image is an etching showing a man from his chest upwards, in profile facing right. The man's facial features are detailed, including a strong nose and expressive eyes. His hair is wavy and flowing. He is depicted with a piece of cloth draped over his shoulder and holding another head with closed eyes and long hair. The background consists of fine cross-hatching lines, and the artist's inscription is at the bottom.

Artwork Details

Date
1720s
Medium
etching on laid paper
Dimensions
2997 × 4139 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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