David als psalmist

Dirck Barendsz.

1570 - 1592

David als psalmist by Dirck Barendsz.

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. · 15341592

Comment on works: Portraits

    Send Feedback