David with the Head of Goliath | Caravaggio | 1601

"David with the Head of Goliath" is a painting by Italian Baroque master Michelangelo Merisi da Caravaggio, created in the late 16th or early 17th century. The painting depicts the Biblical story of David, who defeated the giant warrior Goliath with a single stone from his sling. In the painting, David is shown holding Goliath's severed head, looking out at the viewer with a determined expression. The painting is notable for its dramatic composition, with David and the head of Goliath occupying the center of the canvas and surrounded by a dark, emotive background. The painting is considered an important work of Baroque art and reflects Caravaggio's skill as a painter and his ability to create powerful, dramatic scenes. The painting is admired for its dramatic tension, its intense emotion, and its bold and confident brushwork. Caravaggio's use of light and shadow, combined with his vivid and realistic depictions of the figures, made a profound impact on the development of Western art and continues to influence artists to this day.

Print:

A premium quality heavyweight (200gsm) fine art print material with a smooth, clean finish. This museum quality paper is extremely consistent and works perfectly with large, full colour graphics or illustrations. The matte finish emphasizes different highlights and tones in the source artworks; helping to create stunning works of art.

- All prints include a small 0.25 inch white border to ensure space for framing.

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• FSC approved or sustainably sourced paper
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• Contains no plastic

Sizes:

16’’ x 12’’ Inches = 40.6 cm x 30.5 cm 

24" x 18" Inches = 61 cm x 45.7 cm

32’’ x 24’ Inches = 81.3 cm x 61 cm