David and Goliath
Biblical Context
David and Goliath - The young shepherd David defeats the giant Philistine warrior Goliath (1 Samuel 17).
One of the corner spandrels of the Sistine Chapel ceiling, depicting Old Testament scenes of salvation. Central interlocked figures create a clear narrative event—David is shown at the moment of striking down the giant Goliath. The dramatic composition emphasizes the physical struggle between the two figures.
