Large Biblical Oil Painting – David & Goliath – After Siegfried Bendixen

This is a magnificent, large original early 20th Century oil on canvas painting depicting the famous biblical confrontation between David and Goliath, after the work of German artist Siegfried Detlev Bendixen (1786–1864). This wonderfully striking and highly decorative historical painting illustrates one of the most celebrated stories from the Old Testament, taken from the First Book of Samuel. The impressive composition is dominated by the towering figure of Goliath, the mighty Philistine warrior, who stands dressed in magnificent ceremonial battle armour, complete with an elaborately decorated helmet, richly gilded breastplate, enormous circular shield, spear and sword. In the middle distance stands the young shepherd David, dressed in a simple tunic and holding his humble sling, fearlessly confronting the heavily armed giant. Beyond the two principal figures stretches an expansive landscape of rolling green hills, distant mountains and a winding river, with numerous soldiers assembled in formation across the opposing banks. The painting follows a 19th-century composition by Siegfried Detlev Bendixen (1786–1864), the accomplished German painter and printmaker whose works included historical, religious and figurative subjects. It is mounted within a substantial, attractive gilt-toned wooden frame, with a deep moulded profile and beautifully aged finish, which complements the historical character of the artwork. Attributes: Medium: Original oil on canvas Period: Early 20th century Date: Circa 1900–1930 ^^ Fast & Free UK Delivery Included^^ *A Certificate of Authenticity (COA) will be provided by artsonline with this piece* Delivery Artsonline UK ships worldwide daily, using only fully insured, priority, and fully tracked delivery services. Great care and much time are taken over the safe transportation of the Fine Art and Antique pieces that we sell. We pack extremely carefully, so you can rest assured that your piece will arrive with you in perfect condition. For larger paintings, antique furniture pieces, and fragile items that can not be sent via the normal postal services, we use professional door-to-door delivery providers, who will always strive to deliver your piece promptly, within approx. 7-14 working days. Returns Policy: Artsonline provides a genuine no-quibble 14-day money-back refund policy (excluding the cost of Postage and Packaging). Pay securely - Telephone orders are welcome. Image result for payments accepted logos Secure-Payment-Vpadeb-sa-la-go-th-et-an-gt-0010086-BACS-Order-PayPal-M/Card