After Peter Paul Rubens (1577–1640) – King David Oil on Canvas This devotional portrayal of King David presents the Old Testament ruler in a moment of spiritual exaltation, his gaze lifted upward in contemplation or prayer. The composition relies on a strong diagonal movement: the upward tilt of the head and hands guides the viewer’s eye beyond the pictorial space, emphasizing divine communication rather than earthly presence. The dark, undefined background isolates the figure, intensifying the psychological focus typical of Baroque religious imagery. Please note: The frame is only a gift