David and Goliath (Recto)

"David and Goliath (Recto)" is a double-sided oil on slate religious painting by Italian Mannerist (late renaissance) artist Daniele da Volterra, created around 1555. Both sides depict the same dramatic scene from the biblical story, highlighting Volterra’s masterful use of oil techniques and Mannerist style characterized by elongated figures and vibrant composition. The artwork, held at the Louvre in Paris, exemplifies the religious themes and stylistic elegance typical of the period.