David raising sword to decapitate a fallen Goliath among battling soldiers 1520 - 1525

Marcantonio Raimondi’s “David raising sword to decapitate a fallen Goliath among battling soldiers” is a powerful engraving that captures the biblical story of David's victory over Goliath. The dynamic composition features David standing over the fallen Goliath, his sword raised high, while soldiers engage in fierce combat around them. Raimondi’s masterful use of line and shading creates a sense of movement and energy, conveying the intensity of the battle. This print, completed between 1520 and 1525, is a testament to Raimondi's skill as a printmaker, and the masterful use of chiaroscuro creates dramatic depth and highlights the powerful story of David's courage.