David
Michelangelo's David is a masterpiece of Renaissance sculpture, created between 1501 and 1504. It is carved from a single block of marble and depicts the biblical hero David before his battle with Goliath.
The statue is renowned for its anatomical accuracy, idealized form, and the intense psychological portrayal of David's readiness and determination. It stands as an emblem of the Florentine Republic's strength and defiance.
Details
- Artist: Michelangelo
- Period: High Renaissance
- Date: 1501-1504
- Medium: Carrara Marble
- Height: 5.17 meters (17 ft)
- Location: Galleria dell'Accademia, Florence, Italy
- Subject: Biblical Hero David