David Playing the Harp Before Saul

Italienische Grafik 1579–1623, c. 1602

This is a drawing of a regal scene with a seated figure and accompanying attendants. The central figure sits on an elaborate throne, adorned with a crown and draped in robes. Surrounding this figure are several others, some in ornate armor and holding various items like spears or banners. The figures stand in a structured composition, some appearing motionless while others stride toward the central throne. This artistic work utilizes a limited color palette with fine lines and detailed etchings.
Artist
Italienische Grafik 1579–1623
Date
c. 1602
Type
Drawing
Medium
pen and black and brown ink with black chalk and brown wash, heightened with white gouache on blue paper, squared in black chalk
Dimensions
15.1 × 19.7 cm
Collection
National Gallery of Art, Washington
Licence
Public domain, CC0

Image description

This is a drawing of a regal scene with a seated figure and accompanying attendants. The central figure sits on an elaborate throne, adorned with a crown and draped in robes. Surrounding this figure are several others, some in ornate armor and holding various items like spears or banners. The figures stand in a structured composition, some appearing motionless while others stride toward the central throne. This artistic work utilizes a limited color palette with fine lines and detailed etchings.

Italienische Grafik 1579–1623