Plate 17: David Returning in Triumph with the Head of Goliath, from 'The Battles of the Old Testament' 1585 - 1615

Antonio Tempesta’s etching, *Plate 17: David Returning in Triumph with the Head of Goliath, from 'The Battles of the Old Testament'*, depicts the biblical story of David’s victory over Goliath. This scene is set against a backdrop of a crowd of people, including soldiers and women. David is prominently placed in the center of the image riding a horse. In his hand, David holds the severed head of Goliath. The image is full of detail, including intricate drapery and armor. Tempesta was a master of etching, and this print is a fine example of his skill. *Plate 17* was created between 1585 and 1615. It is currently held in the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York City.