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🎨 David: "Oh, that I had wings like a Dove! For then would I fly away, and be at rest." Psalm 55:6, 1865 by Frederic Leighton 🏴 oil on fabric, 96.5 x 122.5 cm Cleveland Museum of Art, USA About the artwork: This painting depicts the biblical King David, a frequent subject in art due to his complex character and dramatic life as described in the scriptures. The chosen verse, Psalm 55:6, expresses David’s desire for escape from the turmoil surrounding him, a theme that Leighton visualizes with a reflective and evocative representation of David yearning for peace.
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This painting captures the biblical King David, whose life and character have long fascinated artists due to their complexity and depth. The selected verse, Psalm 55:6, where David expresses a longing to escape his troubles—"Oh, that I had the wings of a dove! I would fly away and be at rest"—is beautifully brought to life by Leighton. Through his evocative portrayal, Leighton conveys David’s internal struggle and deep yearning for peace, reflecting the tension between worldly responsibilities and the desire for spiritual tranquility. The artwork becomes a moving meditation on David's vulnerability and the human quest for solace. 9 $HUNT
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