Jonathan’s Token to David c. 1868

"Jonathan's Token to David," a painting by Frederic Leighton (1830-1896), depicts a scene from the biblical story of David and Jonathan. Completed in 1868, the work displays the Pre-Raphaelite artist's attention to detail and use of rich colors, highlighting the symbolic gesture of Jonathan giving David his sword and robe as a token of their friendship. The painting is on display at the Minneapolis Institute of Art, demonstrating the impact of religious narratives on Victorian-era art and providing a poignant visual representation of loyalty and sacrifice.