The Davids A Comparison

The David’s: A Comparison By: Randi From 1430 to 1623A.D., four sculptures of the Biblical David were created. From the master artists Bernini, Donatello, Michelangelo, and Verrocchio came the most famous David’s of the world. Even though infinitely many were made, these surpass the others to become marvels that will live forever. The earliest of the David’s, is the work of Donatello(c.1430). This magnificent work is a life-size, nude, bronze, figure …

…and takes them to the scene. Each interpretation is interesting and has a slight mystery attached. All of the four David’s excel in a particular area. Bernini’s David has the most emotional appeal, where Donatello’s has the most serene and innocent qualities. Verrocchio’s displays mighty confidence and Michelangelo’s David best fits the Biblical David, in my opinion. Nevertheless, each sculpture will grab your attention, leave you wordless and in awe.