David neemt afscheid van Jonathan 1643 - 1647

"David neemt afscheid van Jonathan" (David bids farewell to Jonathan) is a pen and ink drawing by Dutch artist Ferdinand Bol, created between 1643 and 1647. This piece, which is now in the Rijksmuseum, depicts the poignant moment from the biblical story of David and Jonathan, where the two men, bound by a strong friendship, bid each other farewell before David becomes king. The composition emphasizes the intimate nature of their relationship, with David's head bowed in sadness and Jonathan's hand gently placed on his shoulder. The drawing is a testament to Bol's skill in capturing emotion and detail, a skill honed under his mentor, Rembrandt.