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David Victorious over Goliath
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This terracotta model was used to cast part of a series of bronzes on religious subjects. Foggini depicted David humbly, a compelling contrast to the more traditional Florentine approach of David as a proud victor. The subject of David was especially important because he had long symbolized Florence: the city was often able to overcome its larger rivals, much like David defeated the giant Goliath.
| Artist / Maker | Giovanni Battista Foggini |
|---|---|
| Date | 1722 |
| Culture / Origin | Italy, Florence |
| Medium | terracotta |
| Dimensions | Overall: 41.3 x 47.6 x 31.5 cm (16 1/4 x 18 3/4 x 12 3/8 in.) |
| Department | European Painting and Sculpture |
| Type | Sculpture |
About the Artist
Giovanni Battista Foggini (Italian, 1652–1725) Full biography →
Provenance & Source
Image & data: Cleveland Museum of Art, CC0 / Public Domain.
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