1423
wood
panel
From the collection of Uffizi Gallery
King David plays the harp is a 1423 wood by Gentile da Fabriano, a Early Renaissance work, held at Uffizi Gallery.
This painting depicts a man sitting on a decorative throne, wearing a crown and a blue robe with gold trim. He is holding a harp and appears to be playing it. The man's attire and the throne suggest a regal or royal setting. The painting's use of gold and blue colors adds to the sense of luxury and importance. The style of the painting is reminiscent of the work of Gentile da Fabriano, an Italian artist known for his use of gold leaf and intricate details.
Gentile da Fabriano was a traveler who followed the money. Around 1420 he landed in Florence chasing richer patrons than his Umbrian hometown could offer. He liked gold leaf more than gold coins—his paintings shimmer…
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