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24 a stone, which is seen about to strike the head of Goliath. The figure of the latter, although very strange, is sufficiently expressive. By figuring him kneeling upon one knee, the artist has contrived to introduce him into the picture of a larger size; whilst this attitude, combined with his shut eye, and his hand held up to protect his face, indicate his fear of the coming stone. He wears a conical helmet, his beard is long and plaited, and he carries a small circular shield, ornamented