Art Funded
The Story of David and Goliath & The Triumph of David
© National Gallery, London
Francesco Pesellino (1422 - 1457)
National Gallery
1440 - 1450
'The Story of David' - a narrative piece which runs sequentially. 'The Triumph of David' - David rides in triumph to Jerusalem preceded by Saul and holding Goliath's head, the body slung behind him on the chariot. This work was acquired with assistance from the Wolfson Foundation.
- Medium: tempera on panel
- Dimensions: 45 x 179 cm
- Art Fund Grant: £300000 ( Total: £3,444,490; Tax Remission)
- ArtFunded in: 1999
- Vendor: Thomas Loyd (through Christie's)
Provenance
In the Palazzo Pazzi until early 19th century; acquired by the Marchese Luigi Torrigiani; Agnews; Lord Wantage; on loan to the NG from the Loyd (Wantage) Collection.
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