David als psalmist
1570 - 1592
Medium
pen
Dimensions
278; 204
About this artwork
pen en penseel in bruin, witte verf
Art Historical Context
"David als psalmist"David as Psalmist) is a delicate pen drawing by Dirck Barz., a prominent Dutch Mannerist artist active in Amsterdam during the late 16th. Created between 1570 and 1592, this work captures King David, the biblical musician and poet, likely in a moment of inspired composition, harp in hand. Measuring just 204 mm high by 278 mm wide, its intimate scale invites close contemplation, evoking the devotional art cherished in Reformation-era Netherlands amid religious turmoil and cultural shifts. Barendsz. employs a refined technique of pen and brush in brown ink, heightened with w...
About the Artist
Dirck Barendsz. · 1534–1592
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