David toont het hoofd van Goliat aan Saul 1554 - 1646

This engraving, titled *David toont het hoofd van Goliat aan Saul*, is a small yet powerful rendering of a pivotal biblical narrative. The artwork captures a triumphant, yet unsettling moment: David, the young shepherd, presents the severed head of Goliath to King Saul. In earlier art historical periods, David was often seen as a symbol of divinely sanctioned power, an underdog whose faith allowed him to overcome a seemingly insurmountable challenge. But consider the emotional weight of this scene. Look at the unflinching gaze of David as he holds up the head of Goliath, the prize, the proof of his courage. What does it mean to witness such violence? Rather than glorifying warfare, this piece subtly invites us to reflect on the human cost of conflict. The artist prompts us to question the narratives we inherit and the values we uphold.