ダビデの勝利
Nicolas Poussin captures the chaotic energy of a biblical victory parade here, complete with blaring trumpets and a gruesome trophy—the severed head of Goliath held high on a pike. While the crowd celebrates David's return to Jerusalem, a subtle drama is unfolding in the lyrics of the singing women on the left. They praise David's 'ten thousands' over King Saul's 'thousands,' sparking a deadly jealousy that would define the rest of the biblical narrative. It's a brilliant Baroque composition that freezes a moment of triumph which actually marks the beginning of a tragic rivalry.
- Technique
- Oil on canvas
- Material
- Canvas
Location: Kimbell Art Museum
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