David carrying the head of Goliath, which he holds by the hair 1620 - 1630

This etching, created between 1620 and 1630 by Giuseppe Caletti, also known as Cremonese, depicts the biblical scene of David carrying the severed head of Goliath. David, a young shepherd, is portrayed in a confident stance, holding Goliath's head by the hair. The composition is dynamic, emphasizing the dramatic moment of victory. The detailed rendering of the figures and the landscape, including the distant city, reflects the meticulous craftsmanship of the Baroque period. This work, now housed in the Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York, exemplifies Cremonese's skill as an engraver and his ability to capture the intensity of a biblical narrative.