1628
oil
canvas
From the collection of National Museum in Warsaw
King David playing the harp among angels is a 1628 oil by Hendrick ter Brugghen, a Early Baroque Italian work, held at National Museum in Warsaw.
In this painting, a king sits on a throne, playing a harp. He wears a gold crown and a red and gold robe, and is surrounded by angels. The king's face is turned upwards, and his eyes are closed as if he is lost in the music. The king's throne is decorated with intricate carvings, and the background of the painting is dark and shadowy. The angels surrounding the king are dressed in flowing white robes, and they seem to be singing along with the music. The overall mood of the painting is one of peace and tranquility. The use of chiaroscuro in this painting creates a sense of depth and dimensionality, drawing the viewer's eye to the king and his harp.
Hendrick Jansz ter Brugghen (or Terbrugghen; 1588 – 1 November 1629) was a Dutch painter of genre scenes and religious subjects.
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