1 Samuel 16

David Anointed in Biblical Art

David's anointing invites artists to show oil, a shepherd boy, and a choice that overturns human ranking.

Bible and Art Context

The scene contrasts outward appearance with the Lord's look upon the heart.

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Schnorr woodcut of Samuel anointing David, Die Bibel in Bildern plate 91

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Samuel Anoints David (Die Bibel in Bildern, plate 91)

Julius Schnorr von Carolsfeld, 1860, Woodcut

Scribe audit (final): Blatt 091. Prior 085 was Ruth gleaning; 089 superseded by 091.

Source: Wikimedia Commons

Questions about David Anointed in Art

Where is David Anointed in the Bible?

David is anointed by Samuel in 1 Samuel 16.

Why use Schnorr von Carolsfeld for this page?

Schnorr's Die Bibel in Bildern (1860) is a public-domain woodcut cycle widely used for clear narrative Bible illustration.

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