This wood engraving, a biblical scene, depicts the young shepherd David triumphing over the giant Philistine warrior Goliath. Based on the Old Testament story (1 Samuel 17), David, armed only with a sling and stone, stands over the fallen Goliath holding his severed head aloft, who lies dead on the ground. This act symbolizes David's victory and divine favor despite his small stature and humble origins, compared to Goliath's massive armored form lying defeated on the ground.
