David
- Artist
- Frederic Leighton
- Date
- 1865 ; United Kingdom
- Style
- Academicism
- Genre
- Religious painting
The painting titled David depicts the biblical hero renowned for his strength and agility, as described in the Book of Samuel. Executed with a focus on Academicism techniques, it captures David’s youthful determination and bravery. Rendered on a canvas using oil paints, the artwork embodies the solemnity characteristic of religious paintings. The composition emphasizes clarity and form, highlighting David’s role as a symbol of divine courage in religious tradition.
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