Saul werpt zijn speer naar David 1650 - 1660

This pen and ink drawing by Dutch Golden Age painter Nicolaes Maes depicts the Biblical scene of King Saul attempting to kill David with a spear. Dating from 1650-1660, this work is a study of the moment when Saul's jealousy and anger reach their peak. Maes's dynamic composition captures the tension of the scene, highlighting the contrasting figures of Saul, seated and poised to strike, and the fleeing David, desperately trying to escape. The drawing's delicate lines and expressive details reveal Maes's mastery of draftsmanship and his ability to convey emotion through gesture and movement. This drawing is a testament to the artist's skill and his enduring interest in biblical themes.