David and Goliath (Verso)

"David and Goliath (Verso)" is a double-sided oil on slate religious painting by Italian Mannerism (late renaissance) artist Daniele da Volterra, created around 1555. Both sides depict the same scene: the biblical story of David killing Goliath. This work exemplifies the style's elongation and complex composition, reflecting the expressive qualities characteristic of Mannerism. Held in the Louvre, it showcases the innovative use of oil on slate to create a striking, layered visual narrative.