© National Gallery, London
The Story of David and Goliath & The Triumph of David
Artist: Francesco Pesellino (1422 - 1457)
Location: National Gallery
Date: 1440 - 1450
Materials: tempera on panel
Dimensions: 45 x 179 cm
Grant:
Amount Paid: £300,000 (Total: £3,444,490; tax remission)
Vendor: Thomas Loyd (through Christie's)
Review number: 4715 (1999)
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.
Description:
'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.
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