David en Abigaïl 1677 - 1755

This drawing by Dutch artist Elias van Nijmegen depicts a scene from the biblical story of David and Abigail. Abigail, kneeling in the foreground, offers bread and provisions to David, who stands with his soldiers. This drawing demonstrates the style of the artist, characterized by detailed figures and a balanced composition. The scene is set in a landscape with trees and distant hills, enhancing the narrative of the story. The use of pen and ink with watercolor washes contributes to the work's realistic depiction and the artist's careful observation of the human figure. This small-scale drawing likely served as a preparatory study for a larger composition.