David
1450
From the collection of Statens Museum for Kunst
Dominant colour
David is a 1450 by Unknown, held at Statens Museum for Kunst.
This black-and-white photo shows two figures in a dim, shadowy space. One person is holding a long, curved object that looks like a bow or a tool, with their face turned slightly away. The other figure has a feathered headdress and is reaching toward the first person’s hand. The lighting is uneven, with some areas almost glowing and others nearly black. The contrast between light and dark is extreme, making the figures stand out sharply against the background. This kind of lighting is called *chiaroscuro*—a technique that uses strong shadows to create drama. Look up *chiaroscuro* to see how artists use light and dark to tell stories.
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